Our lives were changed! I will never forget the moment I met him. In the locker room of Mississippi Memorial Stadium in Jackson, MS. He walked from one person to the next greeting them until he reached me. I was a young (twenty-five year old) staff member of Youth for Christ and I had been asked to help with the youth portion of the Crusade. I would be sitting on the platform with all of the program personal for the special focus of young people. Dr. Graham was to sit on my left near the podium. I remember the feeling of awe as he reached our his hand to shake mine. He called me by name and I had no idea he knew who I was. Humbled and overwhelmed I thanked Dr. Graham for his contribution to the Kingdom of God. I felt like I was in the presence of Jesus! That week was special for another reason. It was the week that I met my soulmate Cathy. We attended the crusade every day together and fell in love with each other. Six months later Cathy and I took our vows in the presence of God, family and friends. One of the pastors wrote Dr. Graham and let him know of our marriage and the backdrop of the crusade. In a few weeks this photograph (above) arrived at our home from Dr. Graham. He gave his greetings and congratulations. He said live for Christ! Hearing his passing this week brings many memories to my heart. Meeting his daughters, their children on mission trips to the Dominican Republic. Having a Fireside Chat at the Cove with Ann Graham Lotz. Sitting at a table with Cliff Barrows and hearing stories of the astonishing events surrounding the early years of the ministry. Truly he was anointed by God! Cathy and I are deeply thankful for the pioneer path Dr. Graham made around the world and in our hearts. Cathy and Danny Sartin www.deeperstillmissions.com
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A Kingdom Leader not only leads people to Christ but develops disciples around himself. Those associates can become like a true child in a common faith. Paul talked about Titus in that way. (Tim. 1:4, NASB). Titus became an intimate and trusted associate of Paul. Who is your most trusted co-worker? Can you trust them with the most difficult situations? Can they represent you in a crisis? Do you smile when that co-worker comes in your presence? Do you love and develop them the same way you would your own child? Who could be developed to become that trusted co-worker? Paul led Titus to become a trusted helper that he could pass on the most difficult situations. He gave Titus a very thorny problem to address in Corinth. Thus he became a key influence in protecting the young church from the Judaizing party. Who can be trusted to cover your back in tough circumstances? 2 Corinthians 7:6 (ESV) 6 But sGod, who comforts the downcast, tcomforted us by the coming of Titus, Choose others to sharpen and prepare for difficult problems. Their help will give you much comfort and encouragement. They will be someone you can trust to catch you in a blind fall. Maximize your mentoring relationships today. We are praying for you. Cathy and Danny Sartin www.deeperstillmissions.com _________________________ s ch. 1:4 t ver. 13; [1 Thess. 3:6, 7] The Holy Bible: English Standard Version. (2016). (2 Co 7:6). Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles. Copyright © Danny Sartin. All Rights Reserved. Photos taken by Cathy and Danny Sartin in Africa. Kingdom Leadership is written for missionaries and ministers serving our Lord in various parts of the world. Re-Prints: Deeper Still Missions devotionals are protected by international copyright laws. To request reprint permission contact the offices of DSM. Permission is granted and encouraged to forward this post in its entirety to others without making any changes or deletions. |
Danny SartinFour decade veteran of youth ministry in churches, Youth For Christ and now is the Founder and Executive Director of Deeper Still Missions. Danny and his wife Cathy spend most of their time mentoring missionaries in Africa, Europe, Central America and North America. Future opportunities include South America and the Asia Pacific area. Archives
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