God worked mightily at the fair with 110 salvations and 105 assurances and within the hearts of our workers, setting several them on fire for winning souls to Christ – Praise the Lord!!
Ephesians 1:13
In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation:in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,
“To leave this matter of saving souls to preachers is not only heartless; it is inexcusably wicked.”
John R. Rice
John R. Rice was a great preacher, teacher, author, song writer, evangelist and most of all a soul winner. He has been in Heaven since 1980 but his work for the Lord continues to this day. One of his favorite Bible verses:
Proverbs 11:30
The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life;
and he that winneth souls is wise.
Prayers are being answered at the Big Top Flea Market. Pictured here is Alice (in yellow) with one of the 4 converts who made a decision for Christ on Saturday. Continue to pray for more souls and more workers.
If you need prayer Tom is waiting for your requests. (813)784-8242.
1 Thessalonians 5:25
Brethren, pray for us.
Things to do to have a strong family
Be Godly Parents
Consistent
Listen
Discipline without rejection
Parents love one another
Don’t play favorites
Admit failures
Pray together
Read Bible together
Encourage private devotions
Attend church together
Explain how to handle money
Discourage criticism
Share heartaches, problems and trials (age appropriate)
Don’t avoid hard questions
Build Biblical convictions
Spend time with your children
Encourage your children
Plan fun things together
Willing to ask forgiveness
When a problem comes don’t take sides
Always be honest with your family
Be a refuge for one another
What about a broken home?
Blended family
Stay physically and emotionally close to your children
Increase your time of prayer and Scripture reading
Remind them that trusting God is more important than ever before
Encourage with a verse of Scripture every morning
Dr. Charles Stanley’s notes on having a strong family.
Deuteronomy 11:19
And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.
Sometimes in life we feel like we go one step forward and two steps back. God never promised the Christian an easy life but He did promise to go with us through every trial. When we accept Jesus as our Savior we receive the Holy Spirit who is our Comforter. Be encouraged, we are never alone or forsaken.
John 14:16
And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;
Yesterday is past but did you thank God for yesterday’s blessings?
At the end of the day we were able to thank the Lord for the fellowship of family, God’s creation as we watched hummingbirds, chickadees, cardinals, and raccoons all from our porch.
Today is a new day. Look for the blessings of this day even if it is just a small blessing.
In times of trials in life, the blessings of God are always there if we open our eyes to look for them.
If you need a blessing today and want prayer email: tom@sosevents.org.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
In every thing give thanks:for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
William R. Newell was the author of the hymn At Calvary. He was A rebellious teenager and his father did not know what to do with his son who was so wayward.
In desperation he contacted the president of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, begging that William would be allowed to attend. The president was hesitant to allow him to be enrolled but finally decided that if William would meet with him everyday and study diligently he would be accepted into the college.
William stumbled may times but his Father’s prayers, the college president’s commitment and faith in Jesus resulted in a changed life in William. He wrote the hymn At Calvary in poetry form as a testimony of his life.
William R. Newell (1868-1956) is remembered fondly as a pastor, evangelist, Bible teacher, author, conference speaker and writer. And he is remembered as a humble man who recognized that it was only by the grace of God that he was able to accomplish so many things.
At Calvary
Years I spent in vanity and pride,
Caring not my Lord was crucified,
Knowing not it was for me He died on Calvary.
Mercy there was great, and grace was free;
Pardon there was multiplied to me;
There my burdened soul found liberty at Calvary.
By God’s Word at last my sin I learned;
Then I trembled at the law I’d spurned,
Till my guilty soul imploring turned to Calvary.
Now I’ve given to Jesus everything,
Now I gladly own Him as my King,
Now my raptured soul can only sing of Calvary!
Oh, the love that drew salvation’s plan!
Oh, the grace that brought it down to man!
Oh, the mighty gulf that God did span at Calvary!
And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him. Luke 23:33
If you are troubled and need encouragement and prayer call Tom at (813)784-8242.
This is a photo of Randy with one of the two young Hispanic men who were saved yesterday, Wednesday, at the Plant City, Florida Farmers Market.
The joy on both faces is a wonderful thing to see. It is a joy to win someone to the Lord, and the one who receives Salvation is also joyful.
This young man said, “I am now 100% sure I am on the way to heaven because I took Jesus as my Savior.”
1 John 5:13
These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.
October is a very busy month for SOS Events and our staff, trainers and workers at events and we need prayer. Alabama National Fair, Talladega Race in AL, Harvest Hayride in NJ, Rodeo in FL, several Halloween events nationwide, plus the weekly Flea Markets and monthly Car Show.
Our workers get tired and they do more than double duty this time of year.
Also, the devil does not like soul winning so he will try all kinds of tactics to keep our workers occupied with other things.
More laborers are needed in all areas.
You are invited everyday to call Tom at (813)784-8242 and that invitation is open today, but if you are a person that knows how to pray please remember SOS laborers this month especially. Thank you and may God richly bless you.
Luke 10:2
Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few:pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest.
Every Christian has a responsibility to proclaim the name of Jesus to others.
The main goal of SOS Events is to tell others about Jesus. If you would like to know how to witness more effectively, you can take advantage of all SOS Events has to offer. Go back to the Home Page click on the training videos.
Remember, if you need prayer or help with witnessing, call Tom at (813)784-8242.
