July, 2018
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Two questions I am asked in my ministry to men are, “Why am I so angry?” and “What can I do about it?” Recently I met with a man who asked me these two questions. My first response was to ask him, “What is the reason for your anger?” Most of the answers I receive fall into one of the following categories: 1) Violation of rights, 2) Disappointment with family, job, or friends, 3) Blocked goals, 4) Feeling misunderstood, or 5)
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Unrealistic expectations. My next question is, “Do you really want to change and deal with your anger?” He answered, “I’ve tried but I don’t ever succeed.” Then I asked, “What if I could introduce you to someone who could help you?” “Who do you recommend?” he asked. Then, I told him about God’s love for him, that God has a plan for his life, and he can know God personally. I told him about the power of God and that God could help him overcome his anger. Next, I quoted John 3:16 and John 1:12, and asked him if he would like to pray with me, confess his anger to God, ask for his forgiveness, and put his faith in Jesus Christ.
When he said yes, I asked him to pray with me and repeat what I prayed. After we prayed, I asked him to tell me what he just prayed. Then I gave him some scripture to take with him. I also made an appointment with him a week later, so I could follow him up and encourage him to go to church and to come to one of our Bible studies. What a thrilling and exciting time. To God be the glory!
I thank and praise God for calling me into the ministry 54 years ago. What an honor and privilege it is to serve my Lord, Jesus Christ. Leading men to Christ, teaching the Bible, discipling men to practice their faith at home and on the job, or wherever they go is my greatest passion. Loving men where they are, meeting their needs through the grace of Father God, helping them live in the power of the Holy Spirit, and modeling their life after Jesus Christ is my continued prayer.
Please pray for me as I prepare to teach this fall on the theme, “PRINCIPLES FOR PURPOSEFUL LIVING.” Topics will include: 1) Overcoming Stress, 2) Experiencing Grace, 3) Growing in Wisdom, 4) Facing Your Fears, 5) How to Achieve Contentment, 6) Opportunity in Chaos, 7) Establishing Priorities, and 8) Gaining Significance and Success.
Thank you, my dear friends, for your love, prayers, and financial support. May our Father in heaven pour out His grace and love upon you and fill you with His Spirit to enrich and encourage your life, so you will overflow with thanksgiving, praise and joy.
Building His Kingdom Together,
When he said yes, I asked him to pray with me and repeat what I prayed. After we prayed, I asked him to tell me what he just prayed. Then I gave him some scripture to take with him. I also made an appointment with him a week later, so I could follow him up and encourage him to go to church and to come to one of our Bible studies. What a thrilling and exciting time. To God be the glory!
I thank and praise God for calling me into the ministry 54 years ago. What an honor and privilege it is to serve my Lord, Jesus Christ. Leading men to Christ, teaching the Bible, discipling men to practice their faith at home and on the job, or wherever they go is my greatest passion. Loving men where they are, meeting their needs through the grace of Father God, helping them live in the power of the Holy Spirit, and modeling their life after Jesus Christ is my continued prayer.
Please pray for me as I prepare to teach this fall on the theme, “PRINCIPLES FOR PURPOSEFUL LIVING.” Topics will include: 1) Overcoming Stress, 2) Experiencing Grace, 3) Growing in Wisdom, 4) Facing Your Fears, 5) How to Achieve Contentment, 6) Opportunity in Chaos, 7) Establishing Priorities, and 8) Gaining Significance and Success.
Thank you, my dear friends, for your love, prayers, and financial support. May our Father in heaven pour out His grace and love upon you and fill you with His Spirit to enrich and encourage your life, so you will overflow with thanksgiving, praise and joy.
Building His Kingdom Together,
Dr. Russ Cadle, President
Friendship Ministries