Quick fixes don't work.

Today happens to be a day worth writing about. After 2 years of visiting schools, meeting with CU Patrons and students, we finally managed to host our own sub county leaders training. I am overjoyed and tired.


My lesson in this journey, is that quick-fixes do not work. All lasting change requires time and effort. Persistence is the mother of personal change. "It's like that classic story of the young boy who travelled far from his home to study under a great teacher. When he met the wise old man, his first question was, 'How long will it take me before I am as wise as you?' The response came swiftly, 'Five years.' 'This is a very long time,' the boy replied. 'How about if I work twice as hard?' 'Then it will take ten,' said the master. 'Ten! That's far too long. How about if I studied all day and well into the night, every night?' 'Fifteen years,' said the sage. 'I don't understand,' replied the boy. 'Every time I promise to devote more energy to my goal, you tell me that it will take longer. Why?' 'The answer is simple. With one eye fixed on the destination, there is only one left to guide you along the journey.'



With 116 student leaders present and 7/15 schools presented, I am hopeful. Keep praying for and with us as we do this work. We also established an office of leadership and we now have 4 officials leading us.


The account in Acts 11:19-21 offers a compelling illustration of the power of collaboration in the propagation of the Gospel.  


Following the persecution that arose after the martyrdom of Stephen, believers dispersed, carrying the message of Jesus Christ to various regions. Notably, they initially focused their outreach efforts on fellow Jews. However, a pivotal moment occurred when individuals from Cyprus and Cyrene, speaking the common Koine Greek, ventured to Antioch, a city where the predominant language was pure Greek. 


This outreach initiative encountered two significant obstacles: a language barrier and a cultural divide. The church in Cyrene, hailing from Africa, found it necessary to collaborate with the church in Cyprus to effectively bridge these gaps. This strategic partnership proved instrumental in overcoming these challenges and expanding the reach of the Gospel.


The outcome of this collaborative effort is evident in the remarkable results described in Acts 11:21: "The Lord's hand was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord." This passage underscores the profound impact of unity and cooperation in spreading the message of salvation.


As we reflect on this narrative, we are prompted to consider similar challenges in our own communities. What obstacles hinder our efforts to reach individuals of diverse backgrounds and ages? How can we cultivate stronger partnerships and collaborations to effectively overcome these barriers? Who are the individuals and organizations we can collaborate with to amplify our outreach initiatives? By embracing the principles of unity and cooperation, we can emulate the example of the early church and witness the transformative power of the Gospel reaching new heights.





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