President’s Message, September 2005

Few qualities are more godlike than the characteristic of giving. John 3:16, the most familiar verse in the Bible, says, “For God so loved the world that He gave.” Every appeal for funds to support God’s work is an opportunity to give and in the process reflect in some small way the nature of the Ruler of the Universe – to follow in His footsteps.

The Streams of Light Capital Campaign provides such an opportunity. Your support of Adventist education, Camp MiVoden, KidsBibleinfo.com, and church planting will make a significant difference in Upper Columbia Conference especially to our young people who hold the future of the church in their hands.

Most every business journal I pick up explains the uncertainty of the economic times in which we live. Savings rates and bond funds don’t keep up with inflation, equities are overvalued, real estate is on the brink of collapse, who knows what to do? I’m thinking the only safe – eternally secure – investment is in the Bank of Heaven. Resources invested in our young people has the potential of reaping eternal rewards.

Please prayerfully consider making a monthly commitment to the Streams of Light project. Use the convenient envelope included in this Gleaner issue to indicate what we can count on from you. We offer a money back guarantee on your investment. The interest rate is out of this world and you will sleep well at night.