What Breaks the Heart of God?

We are now going to send weekly devotionals to keep you informed of what is going on with our mission and share our stories with you. We hope you will enjoy them and that they will challenge you and draw you closer to God.

If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him. Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. 1 John 3:17-18

The infant mortality rate in the United States is 6.4 deaths per 1,000 live births. In Sudan, it is 61 deaths per 1,000 live births. In Chad, it is 91.4 deaths per 1,000 live births. Current life expectancy in the United States is 77.8 years, in Sudan 59 years and in Chad 47 years. As you let the cold reality of these statistics enter into your heart, realize that the statistics for Sudan are basically for northern Sudan. The statistics in southern Sudan would likely be almost identical to the ones in Chad. The need for even basic medical care is immense in Chad and Sudan. Many are dying before they even have a chance to make a start in life. Infant under five mortality rates are incredibly high. Everyday approximately 10,000 children, mostly in sub- Saharan Africa, die of preventable diseases. The provision of clean water, proper sanitation and immunizations would make a huge impact in these countries. We, at CEF, feel a burden to reach out and help these people who are truly “the least of these.” Please join us in this venture as we strive to bring basic medical care and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the furthermost corners of the world.

Mike McMahon

“Let my heart be broken by those things that break the heart of God.” - Bob Pierce.

Prayer Power

Lord, open my heart to the needs of the world around me. Let my heart be broken by those things which do indeed break your heart. Show me what part you want me to play in this, and through the strength of your Holy Spirit, help me be obedient to your commands. In Jesus' name, amen.