“Surely you shall call a nation you do not know, and nations who do not know you shall run to you, Because of the LORD your God…” (Isaiah 55:5)
First of all we want to thank each of you for your prayers during Hurricane Irene….yes, like so many others; we suffered a great amount of water damage. The day after the storm hit Chappy had to leave for Puerto Rico and I for Missouri! Our friend and MOTE “Bible Study Coordinator” (CBS for the prison ministry) Pastor Felipe Mendoza came to our rescue. His clean up team mopped up all the rooms of standing water, and made all necessary repairs to the ceilings and walls while we were gone. This Dominican Republic leader is our hero, our friend and an answer to all our prayers!
It has been an endless summer of wave after wave of men, women and children hearing and receiving the Gospel. The Lord is faithful as HE leads MOTE and the vision given to reach the nations. The summer wave of mission teams coming alongside of MOTE in its flourishing prison programs, rehab centers, medical outreach and children’s education and evangelism activities is the reason why MOTE has been called to serve in Jesus name!
La Victoria Prison
Cholera Outbreak: MOTE was challenged this summer by the severe Cholera outbreaks in both the La Victoria and Seibo prisons. Unfortunately the government would not allow us to work at Seibo to help the prisoners. We were fortunate to have been given a wonderful donation from, Jubilee Church in San Jose who was here on a mission trip, to purchase the needed Clorox to clean the water at the La Victoria Prison. This donation saw a significant decrease in the number of Cholera victims. THANK YOU JUBALEE CHURCH you put your faith into action!!!
La Victoria Inmate Graduation: La Victoria prison saw MOTE's 3rd Annual graduation of 235 men who completed all three components of MOTE’s Christ Centered Curriculum; CBS studies, Attitributes of God and Character Education. The graduates passed the oral and written exams and received certificates for the achievement. We rejoice as this is a step in building their Christian character. This will enable the men to contribute to their communities when released. To God be the Glory! It's why we are here.
Puerto Rico Second Pastor’s Conference
The conference, which was held 8/24/11, was well received and attended by many pastors from the East, Central and Western regions of Puerto Rico. The MOTE Christ Centered Reform programs that are working effectively in the Dominican Republic and Mexico will now be started in Puerto Rico. We thank God for the wonderful hearts of all the pastors who have now engaged in the MOTE programs. Again thank you for your prayers and support. We believe God will bless the vision MOTE has been given for this Puerto Rico ministry.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Triad Community Church Mission Team
We are looking forward to having a large 40 member mission team come from Triad Community Church in Virginia the week of 10/8-10/15. They are a seasoned team who have served here before. We can’t wait to see the work that the Lord will be doing through them and in them! How blessed we are to have this body of believers join us in HIS good work!
Puerto Rico/Bethel Seminary Conference
In addition, MOTE is collaborating once again with Bethel Seminary, San Diego, as they host a 3 day Pastors Conference in Puerto Rico on 10/27-29th. This will be the second annual conference that MOTE (Dr. Chappy) has hosted for Bethel as an adjunct professor. Friends of MOTE, Pastor Felipe Mendoza and David DeMers, a Bethel graduate, will also be teaching along with Dr. Chappy.
During this “endless summer” of 2011 MOTE has been “poured out like a drink offering……” (Philippians 2:17). A worthy sacrifice, a joy filled time of service, encouraged by your faith that continues to lift us up! Now we need the continued prayer and financial support by the body to finish victoriously this year and beginning in 2012!
Thank you for your prayers, support and love by sharing this with others so they can also partner with God. “Nations, who do not know you, shall run to you, because of the Lord your God.” (Isaiah 55:5).
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy Dave and Sandee
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
They Prayed for Me
“And pray for us too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly as I should.” Colossians 4:3-4 (NIV)
My good friends – thanks for taking the time with me. I know how busy you are and for you to give time to this short note - well - I am really grateful and I hope these words from Holy Scripture and from my heart will strengthen you today – maybe even add to your faith – that would be a real blessing.
This text has special meaning for me. I am not in chains, anymore, but I do remember the feeling and the appreciation for being truly free. The two verses for this devotion describe a battlefield theologian, Paul, the courageous one; passion for those whom he taught, whom he was a role model too and those whom he served with. Can you hear his heart in this request, “Please pray for me.”
His desire was that his friends would focus their prayers toward him as a person. He needed and wanted his beloved friends to lift his name – lift his request directly to the Almighty. Paul did not ask for treasure – he did not ask for them to ask God to remove the “thorn in my flesh” (2Corinthians 12:7). He asked God’s chosen because he knew the only true and living God would listen and show him favor in his request. Oh my what confidence he had in the prayers of the saints!
He asked the Family of God to go directly into the throne of grace on his behalf. Paul is on the front lines of the spiritual battlefield. The souls of men and women were at stake and he knew it. His request to his friends was specific. “Open the doors – doors of prisons, doors of communities, doors where children are at play and the most important door was the one to the hearts of mankind. His plea in these verses was that the Holy Spirit would use him as an instrument for global communication.
Paul wanted his friends in the churches to pray that God would us his mouth to preach the mystery of Christ to the world. Unselfish – others focused – servant leader – that is how they identified their friend – pastor – mentor. His friends had no problem with his request. I believe that they immediately folded their hands – fell to their knees and offered sincere prayers that had astounding results (Paul wrote 13 Books of the Bible) God answered Paul’s request “Pray that I may proclaim it clearly as I should.” He did! Paul desired nothing for himself except one thing, to represent God without fault – correct and clear message of hope in Christ through faith alone in the Person of Jesus Christ. May that be our prayer as well. But, we must ask our friends to pray for us that we might, like Paul, proclaim the mystery of Christ in and out of season. Jesus said, “Ask and it will be given …” (Matthew 7:7- NIV)
Today, as you read this, I am asking you to pray for me in the same manner. I suppose that it is a bit selfish and I am still going to ask. I sincerely desire that God would grant to me through His Holy Spirit the boldness and clarity to proclaim the Word of Truth – The power that is the mystery of Christ. Yes, my dear friends, He has set this captive free – there are no more chains except that which has bound me to Jesus Christ.
“And pray for us too …” that is this missionary’s request and I can hardly wait to see the fruit from your prayers.
In Christ,
Pastor “Chappy” Dave
My good friends – thanks for taking the time with me. I know how busy you are and for you to give time to this short note - well - I am really grateful and I hope these words from Holy Scripture and from my heart will strengthen you today – maybe even add to your faith – that would be a real blessing.
This text has special meaning for me. I am not in chains, anymore, but I do remember the feeling and the appreciation for being truly free. The two verses for this devotion describe a battlefield theologian, Paul, the courageous one; passion for those whom he taught, whom he was a role model too and those whom he served with. Can you hear his heart in this request, “Please pray for me.”
His desire was that his friends would focus their prayers toward him as a person. He needed and wanted his beloved friends to lift his name – lift his request directly to the Almighty. Paul did not ask for treasure – he did not ask for them to ask God to remove the “thorn in my flesh” (2Corinthians 12:7). He asked God’s chosen because he knew the only true and living God would listen and show him favor in his request. Oh my what confidence he had in the prayers of the saints!
He asked the Family of God to go directly into the throne of grace on his behalf. Paul is on the front lines of the spiritual battlefield. The souls of men and women were at stake and he knew it. His request to his friends was specific. “Open the doors – doors of prisons, doors of communities, doors where children are at play and the most important door was the one to the hearts of mankind. His plea in these verses was that the Holy Spirit would use him as an instrument for global communication.
Paul wanted his friends in the churches to pray that God would us his mouth to preach the mystery of Christ to the world. Unselfish – others focused – servant leader – that is how they identified their friend – pastor – mentor. His friends had no problem with his request. I believe that they immediately folded their hands – fell to their knees and offered sincere prayers that had astounding results (Paul wrote 13 Books of the Bible) God answered Paul’s request “Pray that I may proclaim it clearly as I should.” He did! Paul desired nothing for himself except one thing, to represent God without fault – correct and clear message of hope in Christ through faith alone in the Person of Jesus Christ. May that be our prayer as well. But, we must ask our friends to pray for us that we might, like Paul, proclaim the mystery of Christ in and out of season. Jesus said, “Ask and it will be given …” (Matthew 7:7- NIV)
Today, as you read this, I am asking you to pray for me in the same manner. I suppose that it is a bit selfish and I am still going to ask. I sincerely desire that God would grant to me through His Holy Spirit the boldness and clarity to proclaim the Word of Truth – The power that is the mystery of Christ. Yes, my dear friends, He has set this captive free – there are no more chains except that which has bound me to Jesus Christ.
“And pray for us too …” that is this missionary’s request and I can hardly wait to see the fruit from your prayers.
In Christ,
Pastor “Chappy” Dave
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Stepping Out of the Boat
MOTE UPDATE
Pastor David and Sandee Walden – Missionaries
May, June and July 2011
The MOTE theme for this quarter centered around the Apostle Peter.
He was the one who got out of the boat. Peter, a model for us today,
Was a doer of the Word. “Come” and he obeyed with the
Courageous step of faith.
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil
Walks about like a roaring lion, seeking who he may devour.
Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are
Experienced by your brotherhood in the world.” 1st Peter 5:8-9 (NKJ)
Sandee and I were so blessed to be in San Diego in early June and fellowship with many of you, in spite of my back pain, which the Lord is healing day by day. Sandee and I spoke to groups, preached and shared the vision, “To exalt Jesus Christ through relational evangelism reaching people on the edge.” with you, our beloved friends, in the body of Christ.
On June 24tht the Lord brought to us the wonderfully Christ filled 30 member mission team from Living Way Church of Poway. What a joy to have them serve with us for ten days in the 3 regions where MOTE’ Christ Centered Programs are impacting lives and communities. In the West region: prison ministry and church planting; the Central region: children’s programs, church plants and men’s transition housing projects and in the East region: the new Seibo prison ministry project.
The team worked extremely hard, and was used greatly in doing evangelism, medical outreach and construction in the two villages. It was powerful to see them use puppets, face painting, making of salvation bracelets, crafts, medical and eye glass clinics and construction to reach hundreds for Jesus in these areas! They worked alongside Dominican men, women and children with total joy! They were also used in the La Victoria prison mightily doing outreach dramas, singing and preaching the Word. We witnessed within the darkest dungeons of the La Victoria prison the power of the Holy Spirit as 23 men came to the Lord!!
Angels are indeed singing, and this group is being blessed for going out into the world and spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and truly meeting others physical needs. Their mission trip theme was “Stepping Out of the Boat”, and Sandee and I saw firsthand that they indeed stepped out of their comfort zones, and did indeed work for the Lord! To this end, MOTE along with Living Way team was awarded plaques from the Mayor of Guerra, and the Pastor’s Association for “Stepping Out” and helping neighbors for Christ! We were all blessed. The MOTE ministries are changing communities!
In addition to having the team here, I attended meetings with the nation’s new Director of Prisons to confirm the Christ Centered Prison Reform Project contract to continue the good work within the prisons of the D.R. Conferences are also being arranged for the Pastor’s near the Seibo prison to continue the work there. Please keep the men in this prison in prayer as Cholera is reported there. The prayer is that this government will finally acknowledge the horrific living conditions of the men inside the prison, and begin to clean it!! The preaching of the Good News inside Seibo is a harvest for the kingdom of God. The prayer walks, your prayers and your financial support is transforming lives and it will change this prison just like MOTE saw in La Mesa Prison, Tijuana, Mexico.
As we go into the 3rd quarter of 2011, we want to especially thank those of you who are supporting Sandee and I a full time missionaries. We are asking that those of you considering us a part of your giving - prayerfully consider becoming a financial partner with us. Souls are being delivered out of the dominion of darkness and their lives are forever changed. Your support and commitment to prayer is making the difference in this lost world. It is my passion to forever proclaim the Word in and out of season. It is our passion to be odedient to the command, “Go, make disciples …” It is the Greatest Commission!
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy Dave and Sandee
Pastor David and Sandee Walden – Missionaries
May, June and July 2011
The MOTE theme for this quarter centered around the Apostle Peter.
He was the one who got out of the boat. Peter, a model for us today,
Was a doer of the Word. “Come” and he obeyed with the
Courageous step of faith.
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil
Walks about like a roaring lion, seeking who he may devour.
Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are
Experienced by your brotherhood in the world.” 1st Peter 5:8-9 (NKJ)
Sandee and I were so blessed to be in San Diego in early June and fellowship with many of you, in spite of my back pain, which the Lord is healing day by day. Sandee and I spoke to groups, preached and shared the vision, “To exalt Jesus Christ through relational evangelism reaching people on the edge.” with you, our beloved friends, in the body of Christ.
On June 24tht the Lord brought to us the wonderfully Christ filled 30 member mission team from Living Way Church of Poway. What a joy to have them serve with us for ten days in the 3 regions where MOTE’ Christ Centered Programs are impacting lives and communities. In the West region: prison ministry and church planting; the Central region: children’s programs, church plants and men’s transition housing projects and in the East region: the new Seibo prison ministry project.
The team worked extremely hard, and was used greatly in doing evangelism, medical outreach and construction in the two villages. It was powerful to see them use puppets, face painting, making of salvation bracelets, crafts, medical and eye glass clinics and construction to reach hundreds for Jesus in these areas! They worked alongside Dominican men, women and children with total joy! They were also used in the La Victoria prison mightily doing outreach dramas, singing and preaching the Word. We witnessed within the darkest dungeons of the La Victoria prison the power of the Holy Spirit as 23 men came to the Lord!!
Angels are indeed singing, and this group is being blessed for going out into the world and spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and truly meeting others physical needs. Their mission trip theme was “Stepping Out of the Boat”, and Sandee and I saw firsthand that they indeed stepped out of their comfort zones, and did indeed work for the Lord! To this end, MOTE along with Living Way team was awarded plaques from the Mayor of Guerra, and the Pastor’s Association for “Stepping Out” and helping neighbors for Christ! We were all blessed. The MOTE ministries are changing communities!
In addition to having the team here, I attended meetings with the nation’s new Director of Prisons to confirm the Christ Centered Prison Reform Project contract to continue the good work within the prisons of the D.R. Conferences are also being arranged for the Pastor’s near the Seibo prison to continue the work there. Please keep the men in this prison in prayer as Cholera is reported there. The prayer is that this government will finally acknowledge the horrific living conditions of the men inside the prison, and begin to clean it!! The preaching of the Good News inside Seibo is a harvest for the kingdom of God. The prayer walks, your prayers and your financial support is transforming lives and it will change this prison just like MOTE saw in La Mesa Prison, Tijuana, Mexico.
As we go into the 3rd quarter of 2011, we want to especially thank those of you who are supporting Sandee and I a full time missionaries. We are asking that those of you considering us a part of your giving - prayerfully consider becoming a financial partner with us. Souls are being delivered out of the dominion of darkness and their lives are forever changed. Your support and commitment to prayer is making the difference in this lost world. It is my passion to forever proclaim the Word in and out of season. It is our passion to be odedient to the command, “Go, make disciples …” It is the Greatest Commission!
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy Dave and Sandee
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Breaking New Ground-April/May 2011
This has been a great time for Sandee and I (MOTE) in the Dominican Republic, much work and much accomplished through Jesus our Lord.
In early April we were so blessed to get permission again from the new Commander of Seibo Prison to video the inhumane conditions inside this prison. MOTE is producing an “eye opening” video and pieces are already posted to the MOTE Facebook site.
Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church - Mission Group and Dr. Garryl Hudgins from The Quary Church in Minnesota.
MOTE and its “warriors for God” came to the Dominican from California and Minnesota with a focus on doing children’s medical clinics, and to prepare a survey reporting the severe living conditions (or lack thereof) of La Victoria and Seibo Prisons. The expertise of Calvin Casey, Engineer, Deborah Casey, R.N. Instructor, and Garryl Hudgins, Ph.D., all MOTE supporters,were called upon to do the survey. THANK YOU from all of us at MOTE. In addition, the team went with us to a poverty stricken village outside the city of Santo Domingo. The little community is surrounded by a polluted body of water, and the villagers are continually sick. So with Calvin, Deborah and Dr.Garryl’s expertise a plan was given to MOTE’S Coordinator for the region, Pastor Felipe Mendoza to develop a cleanup plan. MOTE and Pastor Felipe are starting a church plant in this impoverished community.
The key to their trip was medical clinics for the children in 3 villages. The first was held in Yamasa, a beautiful village in the foothills, where Pastor Felipe started a church many years ago. Now MOTE has a homework club there. We were able to set up our clinic in a class room in their wonderful little school. We worked with a local doctor who was very appreciative of our bringing medicine and giving of our time! About 140 children were seen and about 30 adults were ministered to, prayed over and provided needed medical attention.
The second clinic we did was in a little village called, La Caleta. This is a MOTE supported church plant with Pastor Felipe. We had to hike back to this little village carrying our supplies and GOD was so good it didn’t rain!!! We set up our little clinic in the tiny little school shack and it worked perfectly! I and some team members worked with the children as they waited to be seen, as well as interfaced with the other community members. About 75 children and about 20 adults were seen. And of course Chappy was on the ground with the children!
The third clinic was held in the community of Guerra, where MOTE is working with a girl’s orphanage and a Christian school. It was wonderful to see the moms waiting with their children. Your gift’s have made this possible. And of course I couldn’t let the opportunity go by without playing and working with the precious children…the old Homework Club days! Yep count it all joy!!! About 140 children and adults were seen.
The clinics were hot and hard work for Sandee and Deb Casey who had (by God’s grace) wonderful volunteers as well as translators working with them, especially our dear missionary friend, Kristin Wolford. The Word was given to them as they left the medical station and God was given the glory for all the work done.
And last but not least, the team attended an evangelistic outreach event at La Victoria prison. We were able to have the group meet with the new General of the prison, whom Sandee and I know personally, and who completely supports the Christ Centered Reform Project in this prison. And then Pastor Ray Sparling preached to about 200 men under a tent in the baseball field…and the glory of it all was that about 8 men came to the Lord that day in spite of rain!!!! We celebrate with the angels for their decision! Now they will be plugged into the churches inside the prison, under the direction of the MOTE trained Pastors. Changing a nation, one man at a time!
It was an amazing couple of weeks of work, prayer, ministry, laughter and praising GOD for all HE is doing in and through us, the teams, and the communities here in the Dominican Republic!
THANK YOU RANCHO BERNARDO COMMUNITY CHURCH MISSION TEAM WE LOVE YOU AND APPRECIATE ALL YOUR WORK!
On Saturday, April 16th, Dr. Chappy did an all day Pastor’s Conference held in Guerra. Pastors from this community asked him to speak giving MOTE’s vision for their community dealing with “breaking down the barriers building upon the Rock-Christ Centered Faith”. It was a God directed, powerful time, wonderfully received, and many pastors have found a renewal in their relationships with each other and reconciliation began in their community! Amazing Grace!
Pastors Conference in Puerto Rico
God showed us amazing favor during our Puerto Rico trip, May 10th – 12th. A one day meeting turned into a mini-conference of 38 people two days later! Pastors and prison association leaders caught the MOTE vision for a Christ Centered Collaboration, and want to begin implementing the programs. In addition, a government official, Captain Israel Soto, who works with the prisons, attended and confirmed the need and desire to begin this project. This is more than Sandee and I could have hoped for.
We are so excited and blessed to see God growing the ministry in other countries, as well as so appreciative of your prayer coverage and financial support. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR STANDING IN PRAYER WITH US IN THIS GREAT WORK!
So with that, we will be coming home May 29th through June 12th. If anyone has ideas for reaching other’s with MOTE’s message, speaking, information tables, or possible donors, please contact Coni McCall at the MOTE office through our website: www.MOTE.ws, or call 1-858-376-7453.
We look forward to seeing each of you!!!! And thank you for your continued prayers and thank you to our new financial supporters in Partnering with God as we watch God grow MOTE!
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy and Sandee Walden
In early April we were so blessed to get permission again from the new Commander of Seibo Prison to video the inhumane conditions inside this prison. MOTE is producing an “eye opening” video and pieces are already posted to the MOTE Facebook site.
Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church - Mission Group and Dr. Garryl Hudgins from The Quary Church in Minnesota.
MOTE and its “warriors for God” came to the Dominican from California and Minnesota with a focus on doing children’s medical clinics, and to prepare a survey reporting the severe living conditions (or lack thereof) of La Victoria and Seibo Prisons. The expertise of Calvin Casey, Engineer, Deborah Casey, R.N. Instructor, and Garryl Hudgins, Ph.D., all MOTE supporters,were called upon to do the survey. THANK YOU from all of us at MOTE. In addition, the team went with us to a poverty stricken village outside the city of Santo Domingo. The little community is surrounded by a polluted body of water, and the villagers are continually sick. So with Calvin, Deborah and Dr.Garryl’s expertise a plan was given to MOTE’S Coordinator for the region, Pastor Felipe Mendoza to develop a cleanup plan. MOTE and Pastor Felipe are starting a church plant in this impoverished community.
The key to their trip was medical clinics for the children in 3 villages. The first was held in Yamasa, a beautiful village in the foothills, where Pastor Felipe started a church many years ago. Now MOTE has a homework club there. We were able to set up our clinic in a class room in their wonderful little school. We worked with a local doctor who was very appreciative of our bringing medicine and giving of our time! About 140 children were seen and about 30 adults were ministered to, prayed over and provided needed medical attention.
The second clinic we did was in a little village called, La Caleta. This is a MOTE supported church plant with Pastor Felipe. We had to hike back to this little village carrying our supplies and GOD was so good it didn’t rain!!! We set up our little clinic in the tiny little school shack and it worked perfectly! I and some team members worked with the children as they waited to be seen, as well as interfaced with the other community members. About 75 children and about 20 adults were seen. And of course Chappy was on the ground with the children!
The third clinic was held in the community of Guerra, where MOTE is working with a girl’s orphanage and a Christian school. It was wonderful to see the moms waiting with their children. Your gift’s have made this possible. And of course I couldn’t let the opportunity go by without playing and working with the precious children…the old Homework Club days! Yep count it all joy!!! About 140 children and adults were seen.
The clinics were hot and hard work for Sandee and Deb Casey who had (by God’s grace) wonderful volunteers as well as translators working with them, especially our dear missionary friend, Kristin Wolford. The Word was given to them as they left the medical station and God was given the glory for all the work done.
And last but not least, the team attended an evangelistic outreach event at La Victoria prison. We were able to have the group meet with the new General of the prison, whom Sandee and I know personally, and who completely supports the Christ Centered Reform Project in this prison. And then Pastor Ray Sparling preached to about 200 men under a tent in the baseball field…and the glory of it all was that about 8 men came to the Lord that day in spite of rain!!!! We celebrate with the angels for their decision! Now they will be plugged into the churches inside the prison, under the direction of the MOTE trained Pastors. Changing a nation, one man at a time!
It was an amazing couple of weeks of work, prayer, ministry, laughter and praising GOD for all HE is doing in and through us, the teams, and the communities here in the Dominican Republic!
THANK YOU RANCHO BERNARDO COMMUNITY CHURCH MISSION TEAM WE LOVE YOU AND APPRECIATE ALL YOUR WORK!
On Saturday, April 16th, Dr. Chappy did an all day Pastor’s Conference held in Guerra. Pastors from this community asked him to speak giving MOTE’s vision for their community dealing with “breaking down the barriers building upon the Rock-Christ Centered Faith”. It was a God directed, powerful time, wonderfully received, and many pastors have found a renewal in their relationships with each other and reconciliation began in their community! Amazing Grace!
Pastors Conference in Puerto Rico
God showed us amazing favor during our Puerto Rico trip, May 10th – 12th. A one day meeting turned into a mini-conference of 38 people two days later! Pastors and prison association leaders caught the MOTE vision for a Christ Centered Collaboration, and want to begin implementing the programs. In addition, a government official, Captain Israel Soto, who works with the prisons, attended and confirmed the need and desire to begin this project. This is more than Sandee and I could have hoped for.
We are so excited and blessed to see God growing the ministry in other countries, as well as so appreciative of your prayer coverage and financial support. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR STANDING IN PRAYER WITH US IN THIS GREAT WORK!
So with that, we will be coming home May 29th through June 12th. If anyone has ideas for reaching other’s with MOTE’s message, speaking, information tables, or possible donors, please contact Coni McCall at the MOTE office through our website: www.MOTE.ws, or call 1-858-376-7453.
We look forward to seeing each of you!!!! And thank you for your continued prayers and thank you to our new financial supporters in Partnering with God as we watch God grow MOTE!
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy and Sandee Walden
Sunday, May 15, 2011
SOUL-SOLDIER-CONQUEROR
May 15, 2011
SOUL – SOLDIER- CONQUEROR
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua1:9)
The walk by faith wears on the soul. The soldier of God travels one step to the next on the rough path of righteous living. The enemy is left behind, beaten by the last battle, but is reorganizing for the one that is ahead, on the path where the “more than a conqueror… (Romans 8:37) is traveling. Unless, of course, the soul, the soldier, and the conqueror have abandoned his Captain. Unless, of course, the walk of faith is as Jesus said to His disciples, “How is it that you have no faith?” (Mark 4:40). Unless, of course, the enlisted who gave the oath, signed the pledge and hailed the Captain chooses the safe shelter, the comfortable routine, the apathetic attitude towards the honorable service in the Captain’s army.
The enemy takes the ground when attacking the apathetic soul, but is beaten back by the “more than a conqueror”. Where are you in the battle? How do others; souls, soldiers and conquerors see you?
Author, Bryant L. Myers, in his book “Walking with the Poor” made this observation about the battle a follower of Jesus of Nazareth is in: “Human progress is not inevitable it takes hard work and there is an adversary who works against our desire to enhance life.” And author, Art Mathias, in his book “Biblical Foundations of Freedom” says “Being born again doesn’t make us immune to evil. It means we have the power to overcome evil, in the person of Jesus.”
This is a new season, and another Resurrection Sunday has just passed. The glorified Son of God defeated evil. The Father sent the Helper to be with you, and to live in you. Soul, Soldier, Conqueror now is the time to get in the battle. Secure the armor of God (Ephesians 6:11, 13, 17), and be bold for Jesus. Unless, of course, you “love the world or the things of the world” (1John 2:15), and your enemy becomes your friend. Where will your walk of faith take you in this new season?
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy Dave
SOUL – SOLDIER- CONQUEROR
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua1:9)
The walk by faith wears on the soul. The soldier of God travels one step to the next on the rough path of righteous living. The enemy is left behind, beaten by the last battle, but is reorganizing for the one that is ahead, on the path where the “more than a conqueror… (Romans 8:37) is traveling. Unless, of course, the soul, the soldier, and the conqueror have abandoned his Captain. Unless, of course, the walk of faith is as Jesus said to His disciples, “How is it that you have no faith?” (Mark 4:40). Unless, of course, the enlisted who gave the oath, signed the pledge and hailed the Captain chooses the safe shelter, the comfortable routine, the apathetic attitude towards the honorable service in the Captain’s army.
The enemy takes the ground when attacking the apathetic soul, but is beaten back by the “more than a conqueror”. Where are you in the battle? How do others; souls, soldiers and conquerors see you?
Author, Bryant L. Myers, in his book “Walking with the Poor” made this observation about the battle a follower of Jesus of Nazareth is in: “Human progress is not inevitable it takes hard work and there is an adversary who works against our desire to enhance life.” And author, Art Mathias, in his book “Biblical Foundations of Freedom” says “Being born again doesn’t make us immune to evil. It means we have the power to overcome evil, in the person of Jesus.”
This is a new season, and another Resurrection Sunday has just passed. The glorified Son of God defeated evil. The Father sent the Helper to be with you, and to live in you. Soul, Soldier, Conqueror now is the time to get in the battle. Secure the armor of God (Ephesians 6:11, 13, 17), and be bold for Jesus. Unless, of course, you “love the world or the things of the world” (1John 2:15), and your enemy becomes your friend. Where will your walk of faith take you in this new season?
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy Dave
Thursday, April 14, 2011
The Dominican Road
In the field Report from Dr Chappy
April 4, 2011
MOTE Ministries in the Western Region: Santo Domingo – La Victoria Prison – Yamasa
The small and rural community of "Yamasa”. It is a native Indian name for a “remote village”. This is MOTE's collaboration with Pastor Felipe Mendoza, MOTE's Western regional coordinator, in a church planting project. Dr Chappy and Pastor Felipe are continuing the work with local Christian leaders in evangelism, discipleship and practical health issues (clean water and sanitation). Joining in the project will be Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church's ( RBCPC ) mission team arriving April 2nd, and will be serving in Yamasa on April 5 to assist the leaders in this good work.
In the western region is also MOTE's large prison project, LA VICTORIA prison. Now in its 4th year of the MOTE Christ-Centered Reform Programs. Hundreds of men involved with MOTE will be attending this special event. The event is set for APRIL 7th and R B C P C's Pastor Ray Sparling will be bringing the Gospel Message to the 5500 inmates. Pray that those who have been ordained to come, satan will not be able to stop!
MOTE Ministries in the CENTRAL Region – Boca Chica – Guerra
The children’s ministries and the men's transitional housing programs are thriving in the central region of our MOTE ministries in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Chappy puts on classes
during the week and officiated at their recent graduation. The graduates were robed in their gown and caps, families were snapping photos! Members from the surrounding faith community and other community leaders, even the local television network were there. They all watched and applauded the men who had successfully completed the nine months of spiritual disciplines, Bible studies, job training and community service. MOTE has been supporting this ministry for over three years, thank you donors - this is fruit of your gifts as we all do our part in the kingdom. The men at the Gomez Transition facility say Dios te bendiga mucho !
The Central Region is MOTE's outreach to the girl’s orphanage within this poor community of Guerra. MOTE's goal is to assist in the supporting of its orphanage and small education center. Pastor Chappy has worked with Pastora Beatrice and her church in the village of GUERRA since 2009. On April 16th, Saturday, Dr Chappy will be the key note speaker at a pastor’s conference in GUERRA. A vision of unity and collaboration is the theme for the churches in this area, with a goal to reach the citizens of Guerra with the Gospel. Having all Christian churches participating in unity will be a first for the area! In addition, MOTE partners back home and in the region are making plans for improving the girl’s orphanage living facility. RBCPC will be visiting the site on APRIL 8th. A medical mission’s outreach will also be coordinated by one of the RBCPC mission team, Debra Casey M.RN. Dr Chappy worked with Debra at Pomerado Hospital when he was the Director of Chaplaincy from 1996 – 2008. In addition there are plans for another USA mission group from Living Way Church when they come this year to repair the children’s education center. English teaching classes are needed but the resources to pay the teachers is not available at this time; please pray for support for this MOTE program in 2011 and beyond.
MOTE Ministries in the Eastern Region. Hato Mayor & Seibo
Pastor Carlos Soeggard – MOTE’s eastern regional coordinator is leading the MOTE # 2 Christ-Centered Reform Project at the SEIBO Prison in the community of Seibo. Since August of 2010 MOTE has been investing your support, leaning on your prayers and walking by faith doing miscellaneous work in this Eastern Region: MOTE sponsored pastor’s conferences (3) – workshops – prayer walks around the prison with over three hundred prayer warriors – exterior cleaning crews and numerous meetings with government leaders.
The prayers of all the saints here and there have resulted in positive changes at the prison. The old command was removed and the new one has arrived. Chappy met the new Colonel last week and the Colonel has pledged his full support for the MOTE Reform Program at his, the Seibo prison.
NOW is the time to begin. If you haven’t seen the one minute MOTE clip that MOTE’s producer, Tom Miller created, showing the inside of Seibo Prison which has never been filmed before, you need to, “NOW is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.”( 2nd Corinthians 6:2 NKJ - my emphasis). On April 4, 2011, MOTE and a team of professionals, RBCPC mission team included, will be entering this most violent prison with the purpose to write a survey report on what clean up, what repair, and what sanitation can be done to improve the living- the learning-the life of these men so that “NEW LIFE” in Christ can happen!
We are so excited out here, thank you for supporting this work of the Lord Jesus Christ -- led by a vision to reach the M many O on T the E edge ! so this work can continue!
In Christ, Dr. Chappy Dave
April 4, 2011
MOTE Ministries in the Western Region: Santo Domingo – La Victoria Prison – Yamasa
The small and rural community of "Yamasa”. It is a native Indian name for a “remote village”. This is MOTE's collaboration with Pastor Felipe Mendoza, MOTE's Western regional coordinator, in a church planting project. Dr Chappy and Pastor Felipe are continuing the work with local Christian leaders in evangelism, discipleship and practical health issues (clean water and sanitation). Joining in the project will be Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church's ( RBCPC ) mission team arriving April 2nd, and will be serving in Yamasa on April 5 to assist the leaders in this good work.
In the western region is also MOTE's large prison project, LA VICTORIA prison. Now in its 4th year of the MOTE Christ-Centered Reform Programs. Hundreds of men involved with MOTE will be attending this special event. The event is set for APRIL 7th and R B C P C's Pastor Ray Sparling will be bringing the Gospel Message to the 5500 inmates. Pray that those who have been ordained to come, satan will not be able to stop!
MOTE Ministries in the CENTRAL Region – Boca Chica – Guerra
The children’s ministries and the men's transitional housing programs are thriving in the central region of our MOTE ministries in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Chappy puts on classes
during the week and officiated at their recent graduation. The graduates were robed in their gown and caps, families were snapping photos! Members from the surrounding faith community and other community leaders, even the local television network were there. They all watched and applauded the men who had successfully completed the nine months of spiritual disciplines, Bible studies, job training and community service. MOTE has been supporting this ministry for over three years, thank you donors - this is fruit of your gifts as we all do our part in the kingdom. The men at the Gomez Transition facility say Dios te bendiga mucho !
The Central Region is MOTE's outreach to the girl’s orphanage within this poor community of Guerra. MOTE's goal is to assist in the supporting of its orphanage and small education center. Pastor Chappy has worked with Pastora Beatrice and her church in the village of GUERRA since 2009. On April 16th, Saturday, Dr Chappy will be the key note speaker at a pastor’s conference in GUERRA. A vision of unity and collaboration is the theme for the churches in this area, with a goal to reach the citizens of Guerra with the Gospel. Having all Christian churches participating in unity will be a first for the area! In addition, MOTE partners back home and in the region are making plans for improving the girl’s orphanage living facility. RBCPC will be visiting the site on APRIL 8th. A medical mission’s outreach will also be coordinated by one of the RBCPC mission team, Debra Casey M.RN. Dr Chappy worked with Debra at Pomerado Hospital when he was the Director of Chaplaincy from 1996 – 2008. In addition there are plans for another USA mission group from Living Way Church when they come this year to repair the children’s education center. English teaching classes are needed but the resources to pay the teachers is not available at this time; please pray for support for this MOTE program in 2011 and beyond.
MOTE Ministries in the Eastern Region. Hato Mayor & Seibo
Pastor Carlos Soeggard – MOTE’s eastern regional coordinator is leading the MOTE # 2 Christ-Centered Reform Project at the SEIBO Prison in the community of Seibo. Since August of 2010 MOTE has been investing your support, leaning on your prayers and walking by faith doing miscellaneous work in this Eastern Region: MOTE sponsored pastor’s conferences (3) – workshops – prayer walks around the prison with over three hundred prayer warriors – exterior cleaning crews and numerous meetings with government leaders.
The prayers of all the saints here and there have resulted in positive changes at the prison. The old command was removed and the new one has arrived. Chappy met the new Colonel last week and the Colonel has pledged his full support for the MOTE Reform Program at his, the Seibo prison.
NOW is the time to begin. If you haven’t seen the one minute MOTE clip that MOTE’s producer, Tom Miller created, showing the inside of Seibo Prison which has never been filmed before, you need to, “NOW is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.”( 2nd Corinthians 6:2 NKJ - my emphasis). On April 4, 2011, MOTE and a team of professionals, RBCPC mission team included, will be entering this most violent prison with the purpose to write a survey report on what clean up, what repair, and what sanitation can be done to improve the living- the learning-the life of these men so that “NEW LIFE” in Christ can happen!
We are so excited out here, thank you for supporting this work of the Lord Jesus Christ -- led by a vision to reach the M many O on T the E edge ! so this work can continue!
In Christ, Dr. Chappy Dave
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Authentic Signs of Faith
“In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.”
Dr. Martin Luther king Jr.“ ...And you shall be called the
Repairer of the Breach,
The Restorer of Streets to Dwell in.
Isaiah 58:12 (b)
God expects that our lives, those whom are “Followers of Jesus of Nazareth” (1st
Cor. 11:1) , our churches where the whole word of God is taught (2nd Tim 3:16), He expects “us” to be characterized by these “authentic signs” of personal and corporate transformation: compassion, mercy, justice and love – inward (Ps. 19:14)
and outward (Matt. 25:34-40) demonstrated tangibly.
Think on these things today. Since your name is written in the Book of Life (Php. 4:3 – Rev 21:27) you and I are good to go. What is on your schedule today that will demonstrate authentic signs of faith in your God? Stop and look at what is on the schedule that needs to be changed! Is there an appointment, a meeting or a situation that your faith can and must be put into action?
The days we, “Followers of Jesus”, live in are not days for weakness – but great courage. Yes, Joshua and Caleb style of “authentic signs of faith” is what is called for right now – right where you are sitting or standing – NOW is the time to be authentic about your faith in Jesus Christ! Now – even if it costs you everything? Will you do it?
Consider your walk with your God. Is it in need of raw courage – ask for it! Are you unsure about the decision you will have to make? Trust your God now and do not doubt, “... lean not on your own understanding ...” (Proverbs 3:5). Only then, my dear friend and fellow leaders in the churches, will “ your light break forth like the dawn ...your healing will come quickly … your cries for help shall be answered and He will say, 'Here I AM'. (Isa.58:8-9)
Think on These Things --- Dr. Chappy Dave
2/20/2011
MOTE Internaitonal
Republica Dominicana
Dr. Martin Luther king Jr.“ ...And you shall be called the
Repairer of the Breach,
The Restorer of Streets to Dwell in.
Isaiah 58:12 (b)
God expects that our lives, those whom are “Followers of Jesus of Nazareth” (1st
Cor. 11:1) , our churches where the whole word of God is taught (2nd Tim 3:16), He expects “us” to be characterized by these “authentic signs” of personal and corporate transformation: compassion, mercy, justice and love – inward (Ps. 19:14)
and outward (Matt. 25:34-40) demonstrated tangibly.
Think on these things today. Since your name is written in the Book of Life (Php. 4:3 – Rev 21:27) you and I are good to go. What is on your schedule today that will demonstrate authentic signs of faith in your God? Stop and look at what is on the schedule that needs to be changed! Is there an appointment, a meeting or a situation that your faith can and must be put into action?
The days we, “Followers of Jesus”, live in are not days for weakness – but great courage. Yes, Joshua and Caleb style of “authentic signs of faith” is what is called for right now – right where you are sitting or standing – NOW is the time to be authentic about your faith in Jesus Christ! Now – even if it costs you everything? Will you do it?
Consider your walk with your God. Is it in need of raw courage – ask for it! Are you unsure about the decision you will have to make? Trust your God now and do not doubt, “... lean not on your own understanding ...” (Proverbs 3:5). Only then, my dear friend and fellow leaders in the churches, will “ your light break forth like the dawn ...your healing will come quickly … your cries for help shall be answered and He will say, 'Here I AM'. (Isa.58:8-9)
Think on These Things --- Dr. Chappy Dave
2/20/2011
MOTE Internaitonal
Republica Dominicana
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
The Power of HIS Might
Ephesians 6:18, “praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit ...”
First and foremost, Sandee and I want to tell you all how much we love and appreciate the wonderful reception we had going home to San Diego end of January! Our trip was refreshing and renewing and we made some wonderful new friends as well. It was amazing to come back to the Dominican having our house fully secured and safe, and being able to stay in it the very first night home. Please know that we couldn’t be back here without your love, prayers and financial support making it possible for us to further God’s work. God Bless you!
So the year begins and we see MOTE ministries moving down the tracks at full speed. MOTE USA and MOTE International as of January 1, 2011 was like being on a “white knuckler” roller coaster – sitting at the very top of the highest point, just before the enormous drop that is about to take your breath away. Chappy Dave is in the front car and his hands are “raised high”. He is shouting at the top of his lungs. I think you could hear him from where you are right now! “Praise God – Ya Hoo!”
Ephesians 6:10 – 17, “... be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might … Put on the whole armor of God … stand against the wiles of the devil … gird your waist with truth ... breastplate of righteousness ... feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace ... shield of faith … helmet of salvation … sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”
MOTE Ministry “Quick Glances”
USA/Mexico
La Mesa Prison Ministries: Since 1994 MOTE and its Christian leaders have been reaching the American and English speaking men and women prisoners with the Gospel, Baptisms, CBS Bible studies and Comfort Care and mail, as well as connecting with families of inmates every week. Please continue to pray and support our faithful team who crosses the Mexican border every Thursday, and that all of the American men in our church would be allowed to attend each week.
After School Home Work Club: Since 2000, MOTE's faith “in Christ” based ministry serves the needy families at Valley Elementary School in Poway CA. MOTE's site supervisor, Itziar Haumschilt, a gifted woman of God, talented leader and teacher coordinates the volunteers and teams that oversee 100-120 children 5 days a week from 2:00 to 6:00 at no cost to the needy families. Christ-Centered homework programs activities and character development are what MOTE “H W C” is all about. Thank you Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church for your faithful support, the National Charity League, and other individual donors that have sustained this program in its 11th.
International – Dominican Republic
La Victoria Prison: MOTE “Christ-Centered Prison Reform Project”
1. Medical Clinics held on January 11 & February 1st. We reached over 700 men. In addition all were treated and then escorted to a MOTE classroom where they all heard the Gospel preached. Over two hundred men received Christ and are now plugged into one of the 13 MOTE prison churches inside La Victoria Prison. Thank you SCORE International and other friends of MOTE! A total volunteer crew of 55 including MD's, Dentists, Optometrist, Psychiatrists, RN's and assistants from America. This was the largest medical clinic the prison has ever had! PRAISE GOD FOR THIS WORK!
2. The Agriculture Project continues to produce its fruit, vegetables, and training. The food being grown is given to the medical clinic for the sick men and to the elderly men who have no other sources to get food. The government provides very little for the prisoners, therefore MOTE is helping solve the food shortage with its agriculture program inside the prison! Thank you for your support for this project.
3. MOTE 13 prison church plants are growing to almost 2000 men. In 2007 MOTE began with 200 men in small groups, and today it has grown 10 X’s! Your prayers and support have accomplished greater works than could ever have been imagined (Ephesians 3:20)
4. Parole Ranch plans are in the works. There is no parole system in the D.R. MOTE’s Christ Centered Prison Reform Project includes development of a working ranch that will be self sustaining. Please prayerfully consider being a partner in this nation changing project.
SEIBO Prison: From July to December of 2010, MOTE held 3 conferences with church leaders in SEIBO Region. The conferences included workshops and training provided by MOTE and its leaders. The actual role out of the second MOTE “Christ Centered” prison program began with Prayer Walks, Cleaning, Medical Clinics, and Evangelism on January 8th,,15th, 17th, and 18th. The work is just starting and your prayers and financial support are needed to bring about these changes. God is faithful!
MOTE Children Programs Mendoza Home Work Club and Church Plants: MOTE has activities with the needy children in the poorest communities in the D. R. Pastor Felipe Mendoza, in his third year with MOTE, has programs every day for children including English classes in process. Church plants are in process with MOTE graduates from CBS Bible studies under the leadership of Pastor Felipe. As this ministry is growing and children, parents, and grandparents are being reached with the Good News, we see lives being changed, health is improving. The future includes having MOTE's partners in water filtrations systems, and food distribution coming along MOTE for these villages. In addition, plans are being made for four new church plants this year alone. Please partner with MOTE in this good work.
Men's Transitional Housing and Rehab, the Gomez Project and Teaching: MOTE has partnered with the churches and the Gomez family in support of the transitional housing for men coming out of prison and off the street. Chappy teaches classes each week and involves the men in work projects at ministry sites.
The ride is exciting and it is moving fast. The time is short and the souls to be reached are many! MOTE and its team of believers have hands raised high knowing that at each turn the Lord is riding with us and strong are His arms – securing us in our ride to the finish.
In Christ, Dr. David "Chappy?" Walden
First and foremost, Sandee and I want to tell you all how much we love and appreciate the wonderful reception we had going home to San Diego end of January! Our trip was refreshing and renewing and we made some wonderful new friends as well. It was amazing to come back to the Dominican having our house fully secured and safe, and being able to stay in it the very first night home. Please know that we couldn’t be back here without your love, prayers and financial support making it possible for us to further God’s work. God Bless you!
So the year begins and we see MOTE ministries moving down the tracks at full speed. MOTE USA and MOTE International as of January 1, 2011 was like being on a “white knuckler” roller coaster – sitting at the very top of the highest point, just before the enormous drop that is about to take your breath away. Chappy Dave is in the front car and his hands are “raised high”. He is shouting at the top of his lungs. I think you could hear him from where you are right now! “Praise God – Ya Hoo!”
Ephesians 6:10 – 17, “... be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might … Put on the whole armor of God … stand against the wiles of the devil … gird your waist with truth ... breastplate of righteousness ... feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace ... shield of faith … helmet of salvation … sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”
MOTE Ministry “Quick Glances”
USA/Mexico
La Mesa Prison Ministries: Since 1994 MOTE and its Christian leaders have been reaching the American and English speaking men and women prisoners with the Gospel, Baptisms, CBS Bible studies and Comfort Care and mail, as well as connecting with families of inmates every week. Please continue to pray and support our faithful team who crosses the Mexican border every Thursday, and that all of the American men in our church would be allowed to attend each week.
After School Home Work Club: Since 2000, MOTE's faith “in Christ” based ministry serves the needy families at Valley Elementary School in Poway CA. MOTE's site supervisor, Itziar Haumschilt, a gifted woman of God, talented leader and teacher coordinates the volunteers and teams that oversee 100-120 children 5 days a week from 2:00 to 6:00 at no cost to the needy families. Christ-Centered homework programs activities and character development are what MOTE “H W C” is all about. Thank you Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church for your faithful support, the National Charity League, and other individual donors that have sustained this program in its 11th.
International – Dominican Republic
La Victoria Prison: MOTE “Christ-Centered Prison Reform Project”
1. Medical Clinics held on January 11 & February 1st. We reached over 700 men. In addition all were treated and then escorted to a MOTE classroom where they all heard the Gospel preached. Over two hundred men received Christ and are now plugged into one of the 13 MOTE prison churches inside La Victoria Prison. Thank you SCORE International and other friends of MOTE! A total volunteer crew of 55 including MD's, Dentists, Optometrist, Psychiatrists, RN's and assistants from America. This was the largest medical clinic the prison has ever had! PRAISE GOD FOR THIS WORK!
2. The Agriculture Project continues to produce its fruit, vegetables, and training. The food being grown is given to the medical clinic for the sick men and to the elderly men who have no other sources to get food. The government provides very little for the prisoners, therefore MOTE is helping solve the food shortage with its agriculture program inside the prison! Thank you for your support for this project.
3. MOTE 13 prison church plants are growing to almost 2000 men. In 2007 MOTE began with 200 men in small groups, and today it has grown 10 X’s! Your prayers and support have accomplished greater works than could ever have been imagined (Ephesians 3:20)
4. Parole Ranch plans are in the works. There is no parole system in the D.R. MOTE’s Christ Centered Prison Reform Project includes development of a working ranch that will be self sustaining. Please prayerfully consider being a partner in this nation changing project.
SEIBO Prison: From July to December of 2010, MOTE held 3 conferences with church leaders in SEIBO Region. The conferences included workshops and training provided by MOTE and its leaders. The actual role out of the second MOTE “Christ Centered” prison program began with Prayer Walks, Cleaning, Medical Clinics, and Evangelism on January 8th,,15th, 17th, and 18th. The work is just starting and your prayers and financial support are needed to bring about these changes. God is faithful!
MOTE Children Programs Mendoza Home Work Club and Church Plants: MOTE has activities with the needy children in the poorest communities in the D. R. Pastor Felipe Mendoza, in his third year with MOTE, has programs every day for children including English classes in process. Church plants are in process with MOTE graduates from CBS Bible studies under the leadership of Pastor Felipe. As this ministry is growing and children, parents, and grandparents are being reached with the Good News, we see lives being changed, health is improving. The future includes having MOTE's partners in water filtrations systems, and food distribution coming along MOTE for these villages. In addition, plans are being made for four new church plants this year alone. Please partner with MOTE in this good work.
Men's Transitional Housing and Rehab, the Gomez Project and Teaching: MOTE has partnered with the churches and the Gomez family in support of the transitional housing for men coming out of prison and off the street. Chappy teaches classes each week and involves the men in work projects at ministry sites.
The ride is exciting and it is moving fast. The time is short and the souls to be reached are many! MOTE and its team of believers have hands raised high knowing that at each turn the Lord is riding with us and strong are His arms – securing us in our ride to the finish.
In Christ, Dr. David "Chappy?" Walden
Saturday, January 15, 2011
2011 New Year Upcoming MOTE News
My Friends, we are so happy to report that The MOTE ministry team, which has not been able to get into the La Mesa, Tijuana, MX prison for months, reported wonderful news of their entry into the prison for a Christmas gathering of the American men! PRAISE GOD! The news refreshed my heart for the men and women of the MOTE American Christian Church (Iglesia Cristiana Americana) inside La Mesa Prison. The women’s team was also allowed into the women’s side to give their Christmas party.
I thank you, the ministry team, and all our prayer warriors, for the sacrifice you make of giving of yourselves to this difficult ministry weekly “a sweet aroma unto the LORD indeed”.
" He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to the captives, And the opening of the prison to those who are bound." Isa 61:1 (b)
As the New Year begins we ask for your committed prayers for MOTE International ministry events here in Dominican Republic:
Ϯ 1-8-11 - Prayer walk with pastors from local churches at Seibo prison
Ϯ 1-9-11 - MOTE conference for pastors in the district of Guerra
Ϯ 1-15-11 - Prayer walk with pastors from local churches at Seibo prison
Ϯ 1-17-11 – Seibo Prison clean up by local churches – safety of all
Ϯ 1-18-11 - Seibo Prison large medical clinic to be held – safety of all and order
While we are in San Diego, we hope you can join us in attending the following events planned
Ϯ 1-19-11 - Dr. Chappy and Sandee fly home to San Diego for 10 days
Ϯ 1-21-11 - Dr. Chappy Dave attends Crosstalk Men’s Bible Study-Rancho Bernardo Presbyterian Church 6:30 am come join him
Ϯ 1-22-11 - Dr. Chappy Dave and Sandee attend Rancho Bernardo Presbyterian Church 6:00 pm – come and join them
Ϯ 1-23-11 – Dr. Chappy Dave will be preaching at The Well, Poway, at 10:00 – come and join them
Ϯ 1-27-11 – Dr. Chappy Dave and Sandee will be attending a Missions Conference at Living Way Church, Poway, please keep the 4 day event in prayer.
We look forward to reporting to you the WONDERS OF THE LORD’S WORK THROUGH MOTE!
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy Dave
I thank you, the ministry team, and all our prayer warriors, for the sacrifice you make of giving of yourselves to this difficult ministry weekly “a sweet aroma unto the LORD indeed”.
" He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to the captives, And the opening of the prison to those who are bound." Isa 61:1 (b)
As the New Year begins we ask for your committed prayers for MOTE International ministry events here in Dominican Republic:
Ϯ 1-8-11 - Prayer walk with pastors from local churches at Seibo prison
Ϯ 1-9-11 - MOTE conference for pastors in the district of Guerra
Ϯ 1-15-11 - Prayer walk with pastors from local churches at Seibo prison
Ϯ 1-17-11 – Seibo Prison clean up by local churches – safety of all
Ϯ 1-18-11 - Seibo Prison large medical clinic to be held – safety of all and order
While we are in San Diego, we hope you can join us in attending the following events planned
Ϯ 1-19-11 - Dr. Chappy and Sandee fly home to San Diego for 10 days
Ϯ 1-21-11 - Dr. Chappy Dave attends Crosstalk Men’s Bible Study-Rancho Bernardo Presbyterian Church 6:30 am come join him
Ϯ 1-22-11 - Dr. Chappy Dave and Sandee attend Rancho Bernardo Presbyterian Church 6:00 pm – come and join them
Ϯ 1-23-11 – Dr. Chappy Dave will be preaching at The Well, Poway, at 10:00 – come and join them
Ϯ 1-27-11 – Dr. Chappy Dave and Sandee will be attending a Missions Conference at Living Way Church, Poway, please keep the 4 day event in prayer.
We look forward to reporting to you the WONDERS OF THE LORD’S WORK THROUGH MOTE!
In Christ,
Dr. Chappy Dave
Affecting the Future
Affecting the Future
“And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being.” (Genesis 2:7)
Can the one who has been made from the dust affect the future? A very small speck of this earth's crust is going to have an effect on the future. Is this possible? One human being amongst seven billion other specks of the earth's crust having anything to do with the future is a stretch. Or is it? In the Genesis account it is clear where the Creator pulled mankind from – dirt!
Sometimes I feel as old as dirt. The body I am living in and the mind that indwells there talk a lot of dirt. We human kind has a phrase for it, “talking trash”. I am not proud of this and I must admit there is a need for some house cleaning. If there is a possibility that I can affect the future I am going to need some heavy duty cleanser; or not? We can speak trash and live it out in the world and affect the future – negatively. That is great! We specks of the earth’s crust can affect the future. I answered my own question. I seem to be surrounded by a lot of dirt who are affecting others with their dirt and so it is in this world.
What can I do about this discouraging theme since I am also “formed of the dust of the ground.”? I read on in the text of Genesis 2:7 and I discover hope – a cleansing – clean air so to speak “...and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life;” The power is in the breath of life. When I breathe in God I can affect the future for good – for positive change – forever. I have a choice it seems. I can either let the dirt that is within me rule and produce the “trash” and bring negative effect on my surroundings and to myself or receive the gift of life which is God's Holy Spirit.
Affecting the future will have a positive or negative legacy. Each one of us will have one. A legacy is what you leave behind on your exit from this earth. That is the “Left Behind Story”. What will yours be? Those who have ...”heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation ... having believed … sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise.” (Ephesians 1:13) will have a powerfully significant affect on the future. How do we know this? The Bible is clear on this point, “being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you (oh man of dust who has chosen the good and has received the breath of life) will complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 1:6).
Unborn generations are depending on our faithfulness today. Are you satisfied being the insignificant crust of earth or are you ready to affect the future significantly? Peter was a significant fisherman and Matthew was a significant accountant. They were regular man-dirt that was transformed by the Holy Spirit into significance! Today, you can be a magnificent source of life changing power by simply surrendering your insignificance to the SIGNIFICANT ONE, Jesus Christ. So which will it be, negative man-dirt of the seven billion to the one in seven billion empowered to affect the future for the good --- to the glory of God. The choice is yours. My hope for you my friend is that you choose to affect 2011's future leaving a legacy of promise – hope – and love.
In Christ,
Dr. David Chappy Walden
“And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being.” (Genesis 2:7)
Can the one who has been made from the dust affect the future? A very small speck of this earth's crust is going to have an effect on the future. Is this possible? One human being amongst seven billion other specks of the earth's crust having anything to do with the future is a stretch. Or is it? In the Genesis account it is clear where the Creator pulled mankind from – dirt!
Sometimes I feel as old as dirt. The body I am living in and the mind that indwells there talk a lot of dirt. We human kind has a phrase for it, “talking trash”. I am not proud of this and I must admit there is a need for some house cleaning. If there is a possibility that I can affect the future I am going to need some heavy duty cleanser; or not? We can speak trash and live it out in the world and affect the future – negatively. That is great! We specks of the earth’s crust can affect the future. I answered my own question. I seem to be surrounded by a lot of dirt who are affecting others with their dirt and so it is in this world.
What can I do about this discouraging theme since I am also “formed of the dust of the ground.”? I read on in the text of Genesis 2:7 and I discover hope – a cleansing – clean air so to speak “...and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life;” The power is in the breath of life. When I breathe in God I can affect the future for good – for positive change – forever. I have a choice it seems. I can either let the dirt that is within me rule and produce the “trash” and bring negative effect on my surroundings and to myself or receive the gift of life which is God's Holy Spirit.
Affecting the future will have a positive or negative legacy. Each one of us will have one. A legacy is what you leave behind on your exit from this earth. That is the “Left Behind Story”. What will yours be? Those who have ...”heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation ... having believed … sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise.” (Ephesians 1:13) will have a powerfully significant affect on the future. How do we know this? The Bible is clear on this point, “being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you (oh man of dust who has chosen the good and has received the breath of life) will complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 1:6).
Unborn generations are depending on our faithfulness today. Are you satisfied being the insignificant crust of earth or are you ready to affect the future significantly? Peter was a significant fisherman and Matthew was a significant accountant. They were regular man-dirt that was transformed by the Holy Spirit into significance! Today, you can be a magnificent source of life changing power by simply surrendering your insignificance to the SIGNIFICANT ONE, Jesus Christ. So which will it be, negative man-dirt of the seven billion to the one in seven billion empowered to affect the future for the good --- to the glory of God. The choice is yours. My hope for you my friend is that you choose to affect 2011's future leaving a legacy of promise – hope – and love.
In Christ,
Dr. David Chappy Walden
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