God Let Your Face Shine
“I am studying theology and will soon complete my degree program. I find it both writing assignments and preparing sermons are really difficult to me. Knowing this is what the Lord Jesus has prepared for me, I will keep going. However, I feel lost. Aged 35 but no girlfriend yet, I want to get married and am always tempted. I am a paid intern in a church. Poor at money management and always having an urge to buy stuff, such as mobile phones, computers, cars (my serving in church requires driving), I don’t know if this is what God wants me to do. I asked God which way I should go; my prayers do not get answered. I believe that God will use me and hope that I can bless more people.”
(Brother Ren)
- Grateful to God for the young brother’s determination to serve God. May God guide Brother Ren and help him whenever he is struggling. May God bless him and keep him.
Respiratory Alkalosis in Summer
Summer is the season for respiratory alkalosis which is a medical condition in which increased respiration elevates the blood pH beyond the normal range with a concurrent reduction in arterial levels of carbon dioxide. Causes are many including respiratory and nervous system diseases, and misuse of ventilators, etc. These patients are at higher risk of developing the disease, as they are easier to be triggered by psychological factors such as tension, excitement, anxiety and emotional excitement. These psychological states will stimulate the respiratory center, causing breathing to accelerate. In addition, severe pain, some drug effects or disease statuses such as hyperthyroidism will also induce excitation of the respiratory centre to cause the illness.
(“China News”, July 10, 2024)
- May God keep all the people being affected. May medical staff be given wisdom and strength to fight respiratory alkalosis as well as the mental and physical illnesses triggered, helping patients feel peaceful undergoing treatment.
Feeling Empty and Lost
“My daughter is suffering from severe depression and anxiety. A 20-year-old young person should shine as the sun but not be bound by illness. She has got a bit better after undergoing treatment for some time, but is still sleeping during the day and playing games at night. We hope she can lead a normal life and learn a skill. Not willing to listen to us, she lost control of herself sometimes and even hit me once. We kept tolerating every time until her father called the police. He told her that she was an adult and had to be responsible for her own behavior. She was disciplined and educated and has behaved better. We don’t know what to do. Please pray for us.”
(Sister Xu)
- Sister Xu is so anxious and worried about her daughter. We believe that God knows everything. May God heal her daughter’s heart and light her path, and comfort Sister Xu.
Gospel Broadcasting
- 75th Anniversary Celebration: Radio Liangyou is celebrating its 75th anniversary broadcasting “Praising His Boundless Power” along with listeners. On July 29, there will be a live music concert in the afternoon with young co-workers singing songs suggested by listeners to represent Radio Liangyou. In the evening, a three-hour thanksgiving service and live-streamed program will allow listeners to participate and give thanks together. Pray that the arrangements for that day will be blessed and proceed smoothly.
- Internet Controls: Facing internet controls, co-workers will cautiously assess the situation and consider gradually releasing updated information when appropriate. Ask the Lord for wisdom. Though facing difficulties, it’s encouraging to see listeners still able to access the Radio Liangyou website through various means and interact with us.