Recently we hosted another large group of people in our church building and the Christian Center. Approximately 600 Poltavans came each day to study English, thanks to the hard work of the teachers from "Michael Gott International". For the second time God gave our church this chance to share the love of Jesus Christ with new people. But were we ready to take advantage of it?

To find out, let me ask you a few questions. Have you prayed for God to bless the English lessons taking place over the last two weeks? Did you hand out invitations to friends, colleagues and others?

I think that the answers to these questions will tell you something about your trust in God and love for people. However, I can say with certainty that there are faithful and loving people in our church. Just before the start of the course one evening I chanced to pass by one of the stores in the center of the city. Out of the corner of my eye I saw a deacon of our church standing in the entrance of the pharmacy and passing out invitations to the courses. I am sure that he, like all of us, wanted to get home to spend time with his family and enjoy dinner ... But his love for people outweighed any selfishness in his heart. Thus, many souls received the invitation and the chance to hear the Word of God and to "pass from death unto life."

The leaders of the Salvation Church English Club also attended the lessons faithfully; even though they already know the language perfectly they were looking for opportunities to meet new people. Since the conclusion of the Michael Gott courses they have a lot more work to do; the ranks of the English club have grown considerably. For the first time we are worried about not having enough space in our weekly Salvation Church English Club.

Why am I writing all this? So that we might stop living for ourselves and realize that the Church is on earth to reach those who do not yet know the Lord, who have not found salvation and eternal life. Let's not be indifferent to unbelievers. God has given us a very important mission. Let the good example of the members of our church inspire and encourage you to share the Gospel with those around you.

Tatyana Varyanitsa