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SEEK FIRST GOD’S KINGDOM… Thank you to our faithful advertisers featured throughout this magazine. Here they are in alphabetical order. Alexandria Christian Academy Bible Institute of South Africa Bolton Footwear B3 Concept Design & Interior Cornerstone Institute Crest Trust Fudiciary Services Fiona Milligan: Freelance Photography, Graphic Design and Writing Grace Primary School Goodland Camp Harvester International Ministries HeronBridge Retreat Houte-Kop Braai and Firewood JuToFo Closet Kontos and Associates Maranatha Retreat and Conference Centre Mukhanyo Theological College MyFiladelfia Biblical Institute Pilgrimage Tours River Bible Institute Scripture Union Books Stoney Ridge Camping and Conference Centre TEE College TC Editorial Services Trafalgar Tours Tranquility Home Rehabilitation Clinic Travel Time Tours U-Leap Vineyard Christian School
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Juanita with her daughter, Tovah
“But seek first His kingdom and
for the Kingdom and not become
His righteousness, and all these
weary in doing God’s labour during
things will be given to you as well,”
the busy holiday. Matthew 6: 19 - 21
(Matthew 6:33).
beautifully says, “Do not lay up for
This Scripture has resonated
yourselves treasures on earth, where
with our entire team and we know
moth and rust destroy, and where
that this is the message that The
thieves break in and steal; but lay up
Lord wants to share with all of you
for yourselves treasures in heaven,
through this, the second issue of The
where neither moth nor rust destroys
Christian Lifestyle Magazine!
and where thieves do not break in
It’s finally yearend and that means that we have so much to be profoundly grateful for. The good
and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Where is your heart today dear
Lord spared us through another year,
reader? God is a very present God,
through mountain highs, valley lows,
always ready to attentively listen to our
rivers deep and even when the light
prayers and answer them accordingly.
shone brightly… He was there! And
Don’t give up in prayer. Arise in the
He took care! All glory to Him.
AM with thanksgiving and in the PM,
We are delighted to present to you
return to bed with thanksgiving. The
the highly anticipated second issue
key to our daily living lies within our
with exciting stories and amazing
‘Thank You Lord Jesus’.
advertisers. Many thanks for your
As you turn the page, may the
continued interest in our mag, and if
good Lord turn your mourning into
this is the first time you’re joining us
dancing, your pain into gain, your
– welcome and cheers!
sorrow into a brighter tomorrow,
As we approach the festive season, we trust God to shadow us under
your shame into fame, and your sin in the bin!
His wings and to keep us safe from
God bless and enjoy!
all harm. And as we enter into the
Juanita Fortuin,
New Year, may we continue to work
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