Water Valley SDA Church

09/08/2026

EVERY WAY OF A MAN IS RIGHT IN HIS OWN EYES: BUT THE LORD PONDERETH THE HEARTS. PROVERBS 21:2

09/08/2026

Bathed in the warm light of sunset, Gaborone is the capital and largest city of Botswana—a peaceful, landlocked nation in southern Africa. The city is home to 246,327 people, while Botswana has a population of nearly 2.36 million. English is the country’s official language, and Setswana is its national language.

Christianity has a strong presence in Botswana. Among those who stated a religious affiliation in the 2022 census, 86.5 percent identified themselves as Christians. Another 4.6 percent followed African traditional religions, while 7.1 percent reported no religious affiliation.

The Seventh-day Adventist Church is also well established here. Across Botswana, more than 51,000 members worship in 173 churches. Gaborone is part of the South Botswana Conference, which has 77 churches and more than 23,000 members faithfully sharing the everlasting gospel.

As another Sabbath begins, please join me in praying for our church members in Gaborone and throughout Botswana. Pray that every congregation will be a shining light in its community, proclaiming the Three Angels’ Messages with Christlike love and preparing people for the soon return of Jesus.

Let us also pray for Botswana’s families, children and young people—and especially for those who have not yet discovered the peace, hope and salvation found in Jesus Christ.

May this Sabbath draw each of us closer to our Creator and Redeemer and renew our commitment to His mission. Jesus is coming soon!

Happy Sabbath!

09/07/2026

A MAN THAT HATH FRIENDS MUST SHEW HIMSELF FRIENDLY: THERE IS A FRIEND THAT STICKETH CLOSER THAN A BROTHER. PROVERBS 18:24

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

“For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.” (John 3:17, NKJV)

08/23/2026

08/23/2026

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08/23/2026

This beautiful view looks across the historic heart of Riga, Latvia’s capital and largest city. Founded in 1201 along the Daugava River, Riga has been an important center of trade and culture for more than eight centuries. Its remarkable historic center, with its medieval streets and outstanding architecture, is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Today, approximately 589,000 people live in Riga—nearly one-third of Latvia’s population. Latvia itself, one of the three Baltic nations of northern Europe, has about 1.8 million inhabitants as of the beginning of 2026.

Seventh-day Adventists have a long history here. The first Adventist church in Latvia was established in Riga in 1896, and the city became an important center for the Adventist work in this part of Europe. Today, the Latvian Conference has 50 churches and 3,321 members, and there are currently eight Adventist congregations or groups in Riga.

It is encouraging that the work continues to move forward. Earlier this year, church members and leaders gathered in Riga for Mission:Latvia, with a special emphasis on planting new congregations and reaching more people with the everlasting gospel.

Please pray for the people of Riga and all of Latvia. Pray that our members there will be filled with the Holy Spirit and strengthened to share Christ’s love, His Word, and the wonderful hope of His soon return.

Wherever you are in the world today, may you find rest, renewal, and joy in the presence of our Creator and Redeemer.

08/07/2026

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 4:7, NKJV)

08/07/2026

“Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.” (Phil. 2:3, NKJV)