Reducing Needs

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Every month or so, we share a video communicating what we do. This month’s 1’40” video explores the larger vision of the Christian Health Service Corps (CHSC). Working together, compassionate healthcare and Community Health Evangelism (CHE) is taken to some of the least served places on
earth. It’s a joy to share Jesus, discover how He meets great human needs, and disciple others to effectively share this Good News in their sphere of influence! We never get over the blessing of doing that in Cote d’Ivoire, nor the privilege of having you as ministry partners. While many families will get caught up in the frenzy of material exchanges at Christmas, we are thankful that you have not forgotten the millions who live without Christ, some of whom we bless and reach together. One day, those saved may thank you in person. When people from every nation and tongue gather around God’s throne, none of us will regret one penny given, or prayer offered, or time invested to spread the gospel. No doubt, we all will wish we had done more. The Christian Health Service Corps is on the leading edge of a medical mission revival and targets some of the world’s most marginalized people.

Prayer and Praise:
  • Praise the Lord with us! Because of recent gifts and commitments, we project needing only about $800 more in monthly pledges to meet our reduced budget.  Should you feel prompted to become a monthly partner or give an end-of-the year gift, please know your action may be the very one that completes our stateside ministry and returns us to Cote d’Ivoire in the first quarter of 2016.
  • We do not have a final yes or no on the possible contribution of a vehicle. Please continue to pray. If that possibility falls through, we will need to evaluate December contributions in light of funding a truck before buying our tickets. The 1996 Toyota LandCruiser 2 that was purchased for us in 2000 would cost us $37,800 at today’s exchange rates. We’ve received price estimates in that range to purchase less capable vehicles on our return.
  • Our eldest son and his wife endured a burglary this week, losing around $2,500 of “stuff,” as Cason put it. No one was at home or hurt, but it is still disconcerting to know strangers have maliciously invaded your space. Their thankfulness for the Lord’s hand in the situation blesses us.
  • The first stage of CHE training for a Women’s Cycle of Life program in Cote d’Ivoire last weekend was successful. Phase two happens this Saturday and Sunday. We and the trainers appreciate your prayers.
Forget not ALL His benefits,
Verlin and Debbie Anderson

The Christian Health Service Corps (CHSC) is a mission of dedicated medical professionals who participate in the CHE Global Network. Together, in a loose affiliation of individuals, churches, denominational and nondenominational agencies, we share God's Light and Truth through Community Health Evangelism (CHE).Verlin and Debbie require 8 partners at $100 per month of support, or that equivalent, to resume residential ministry of expanding CHE ministries in Cote d'Ivoire under the auspices of the CHSC and Ivorian partners. Tax deductible contributions by check are to be made payable to the CHSC with Anderson #0118 written on memo line. Mail to CHSC – PO Box 132 – Fruitvale, TX 75127. Give online via CHSC at www.che4a.org (3% fee) or TDF (0% fee)

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Have you ever read the book of Ruth with the thought of applying its precepts to minister among immigrants or refugees? While we legitimately debate the “if, why, how, and how many” of receiving Syrian refugees, Ruth shines through the corridors of history as a beacon of compassion in action.

From Ruth’s perspective:
• She immigrated knowing that her life would be changed, and she accepted the culture and God of her mother-in-law. “thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God” 1:16
• She worked hard, earning the favor of Boaz. “Go not to glean in another field” 2:8
• She eagerly learned from Naomi, national, the appropriate way in Bethlehem to seek protection and provision from Boaz. “All that thou sayest unto me I will do.”3:5 

From Boaz’s perspective:
• He oversaw his property and work with careful eyes. 2:5          
• He protected the foreigner from overwork and rape. 2:9
• He surpassed the law’s requirement to reward Ruth with extra generosity. 2:14-17
• He turned Ruth’s attention to the one true God. “…a full reward be given thee of the Lord God of Israel, under whose wings thou art come to trust.” 2:12

What beautiful reminders as we think of our own immigrant heritage. America is still the favorite place of refuge and opportunity in the world. May the Lord give us grace and understanding to biblically embrace the world’s outcasts while equally preserving the liberties our forefathers died to provide.  https://leesomniac.wordpress.com/2015/11/20/taking-in-refugees-what-the-bible-really-says/ 

Happy Thanksgiving!

 Praise and Prayer:
  •   A shortened CHE Women’s Cycle of Life training is occurring in Abidjan this weekend. Men training women about women’s issues is not ideal, but they soldier on until we can prepare women trainers.
  •   We have a potential vehicle source. Pray about this, since we will not propose a date to return to the field, until we know whether this option will work out.
Your partners in the Gospel,
Verlin and Debbie Anderson


The Christian Health Service Corps (CHSC) is a mission of dedicated medical professionals who participate in the CHE Global Network. Together, in a loose affiliation of individuals, churches, denominational and nondenominational agencies, we share God's Light and Truth through Community Health Evangelism (CHE).Verlin and Debbie require 16 partners at $100 per month of support, or that equivalent, to resume residential ministry of expanding CHE ministries in Cote d'Ivoire under the auspices of the CHSC and Ivorian partners. Tax deductible contributions by check are to be made payable to the CHSC with Anderson #0118 written on memo line. Mail to CHSC – PO Box 132 – Fruitvale, TX 75127. Give online via CHSC at www.che4a.org (3% fee) or TDF (0% fee)

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While the world reels at the violent attacks on Paris this week, we join the French nation as they grieve and pray, and we reflect on two truths:

1) Educating our children about tolerance, studying world religions, beefing up national security, preserving citizens’ rights, screening immigrants carefully, or confronting extremism
worldwide—none of these acts will save us from future terrorist attacks, although laudable efforts. The only hope for a jihadist is the love of Jesus. Only Christ can transform a stony heart filled with hate to a loving heart that respects all human life.

2) As Christians, we are the hands and feet of Jesus to show His love to our enemies. Yes, to our enemies—not just those who think and look like we do. He showed us the “more excellent way.” There is no greater change agent in the world than a Christian who loves God with all his heart mind, soul, and strength, and loves his neighbor as himself. Lord, help us BE that unquenchable force in our broken world. As a couple, we yearn to return quickly to our service assignment in Cote d’Ivoire.

Praise and Prayer:
  • Debbie’s hernia surgery on Monday went very well. Hopefully this repair (probably made necessary because of 5 previous abdominal surgeries in the past 30 years) will be the last. She stayed with her parents in Nashville for a few days and came home Friday. Now to follow doctor’s orders about restricted lifting for 6 weeks!

  • After staying with Debbie the first day, Verlin was able to attend most of the Tennessee State Association of Free Will Baptists and share in a new church Wednesday night. We are thankful for friends who have made contacts for us in several new churches in the Cookeville area, and for other open doors in two other states.
  • Thank you so much for praying and giving to share the love of Jesus worldwide. We hope within just a few weeks to have a departure month to announce.

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    Your partners in the Gospel,
    Verlin and Debbie Anderson

    The Christian Health Service Corps (CHSC) is a mission of dedicated medical professionals who participate in the CHE Global Network. Together, in a loose affiliation of individuals, churches, denominational and nondenominational agencies, we share God's Light and Truth through Community Health Evangelism (CHE).Verlin and Debbie require 16 partners at $100 per month of support, or that equivalent, to resume residential ministry of expanding CHE ministries in Cote d'Ivoire under the auspices of the CHSC and Ivorian partners. Tax deductible contributions by check are to be made payable to the CHSC with Anderson #0118 written on memo line. Mail to CHSC – PO Box 132 – Fruitvale, TX 75127. Give online via CHSC at www.che4a.org (3% fee) or TDF (0% fee)

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    You can say “no” and you can say “Lord,” but you can’t say “No, Lord.”

    David Sills spoke these words about being a disciple of Jesus today as the Global Mission Health #GMHC2015) in Louisville, Kentucky ended. Over 3,000 people gathered for three days to learn ways that God is working through medical missions around the world. It was a blessing to receive updates on the Ebola situation in Africa, current treatment for malaria and AIDS, and a wealth of other information. Numerous speakers reminded us of the joy of suffering for Christ’s sake.
    “Empowering People to do Things for Themselves,” the breakout session led by our mission director Greg Seager, had to turn away almost as many people as it admitted because of seating limitations. It is always a joy to hear the passion he and his wife Candi share. They are committed to lead Christian Health Service Corps (link is to a new 1'37" video clip) in a way that brings the healing touch of Jesus to some of the most impoverished places on earth, with dignity, excellence, and community transformation as priorities. In 2015, our missionary force has increased from twenty-eight to forty units.

    The Lord also gave us some divine appointments with people who can assist in CHE ministry in Cote d’Ivoire, or whom we can assist. Two leaders from a strong evangelical denomination in CI “just happened” to attend the conference, and Verlin spoke with them at length. They reaffirmed their desire to be trained in CHE when we return to the field. He also networked with two organizations that can assist with short term CHE mission trips.

    Praise and Prayer:
    • Debbie’s hernia surgery is scheduled for noon on Monday, November 9, in Nashville. 
    • We were thankful to be back at Central Oaks last Sunday, the church where Verlin grew up. Their increased pledge to our account which will start in 2016 and one other commitment brings the monthly amount we need to raise down to $1,600. Praise the Lord with us!
    Your partners in the Gospel,
    Verlin and Debbie Anderson
    The Christian Health Service Corps (CHSC) is a mission of dedicated medical professionals who participate in the CHE Global Network. Together, in a loose affiliation of individuals, churches, denominational and nondenominational agencies, we share God's Light and Truth through Community Health Evangelism (CHE).Verlin and Debbie require 16 partners at $100 per month of support, or that equivalent, to resume residential ministry of expanding CHE ministries in Cote d'Ivoire under the auspices of the CHSC and Ivorian partners. Tax deductible contributions are to be made payable to the CHSC with Anderson #0118 written on memo line. Mail to CHSC – PO Box 132 – Fruitvale, TX 75127. Give online via CHSC at www.che4a.org (3% fee) or TDF (0% fee)

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