August 19, 2026
— Celso Costantini · Source: Memoirs of China
2 Timothy 2:2 You also entrust what you have heard me teach in the presence of many witnesses to faithful people who will be able to teach others.
The foundation of faith lies not in external assistance or grand gestures, but in the authentic transmission of life and its deep-rooted connection to one's homeland. Today's church and individual lives, if reliant solely on the indoctrination of others or past experiences, will find it difficult to withstand storms. Only by deeply rooting the truth in our own land and culture, and willingly relinquishing dominance to serve and nurture the next generation of faithful teachers, can the flame of the gospel burn eternally. Are we also willing to take up this baton and become faithful vessels for transmitting the truth?
Lord, thank You for entrusting us with the truth of salvation. Grant us broad vision and humble hearts, so that we may not rely on human wisdom or power, but solely on Your Holy Spirit to cultivate our lives. Raise up more faithful, holy, and loving native servants in churches throughout China and elsewhere, so that the truth may be truly passed down from generation to generation. May our lives become living sacrifices of the truth, bearing abundant fruit in our native soil, giving all glory to You. Amen!