Why Are We Here?

"Let me tell you why you are here. You're here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth. If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste godliness? You've lost your usefulness and will end up in the garbage. Here's another way to put it: You're here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We're going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don't think I'm going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I'm putting you on a light stand. Now that I've put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you'll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:13-16 MSG)

This past weekend our Thrive Africa family headed to Durban for a staff retreat. It was a wonderful! A time to have fun together, chill at the beach, worship and pray, and set our sights on an amazing new year of ministry. We’re so excited for what the Lord has in store. Please pray with us as we challenge ourselves to first be who God called us to be, and then do what he has called us to do.

This year’s theme is Live the Light and it's all about living as Salt and Light in the world. Salt seasons and preserves, and is also comprised of elements we all need to survive. Light shines into dark places and illuminates our paths. As individuals and as a ministry, we are called to be God’s Salt and Light. Please pray with us that we live out this calling – that we do so humbly, courageously, and brightly for the world to see.