​In 1944, President Roosevelt was accused of sending a destroyer to pick up his dog Fala from an Aleutian island.

In a speech to the Teamsters Union, the President said, "Well, of course, I don't resent attacks, and my family doesn't resent attacks, but Fala does resent them. He hasn't been the same dog since."

President Jimmy Carter once said to a White House correspondent's dinner, "I'm not going to say anything terribly important tonight, so you can put away your Crayons."

​Dr. Dobson's Open Letter To Christians Regarding The Election

Author: Dr. James Dobson

Dear Friends,

This will be my final letter to 800,000 people before Americans cast our ballots on November 3rd. It is a breathtaking moment in the history of the United States. Perhaps I will be permitted to repeat a brief comment I made in my August letter because of its relevance to today. Many political commentators have stated that this election is the most significant since 1864, when Abraham Lincoln vied for a second term against Democratic nominee, George McClellan. The future of our beloved nation hung in the balance that year. If Lincoln had lost, the Civil War would have ended precipitously and the wretched evils of slavery would have remained legal in the Confederate States, and perhaps even in the North. Had Lincoln been defeated, the Union would have been torn asunder. Thank God Mr. Lincoln won, even though it cost him his life!

Now we are approaching another presidential election that carries enormous implications for the stability of our democratic system of government. Indeed, Newt Gingrich said that what we are facing now might bring an end to civilization as we have known it. He may have been referring to a possible revolution. Regardless, I believe his grave concern for our nation is valid. For centuries, America has stood as a shining light for liberty and freedom in our nation and around the globe. If we abandon our founding core values, the world will suffer for it. The binary choice before us is that stark.

How will Americans, and how will you, decide who to vote for as our Chief Executive Officer? I have heard from dozens of friends and acquaintances in recent weeks who tell me they will base their decision solely on a candidate's rhetoric, tone, style, or likeability. Does that describe your thinking process?

Just now, as I was about to react to that idea, my wife, Shirley, brought in an email that she had received a few minutes before from a friend. It quoted an anonymous statement that gets to the heart of the issue, as follows:

"This is not a junior high or high school popularity/personality contest. I'm not voting for the person—I'm voting for the platform!

I'm voting for the Second Amendment. I'm voting for the next Supreme Court justice. I'm voting for the electoral college. I'm voting for the Republic in which we live. I'm voting for the police and law and order. I'm voting for the military and the veterans who fought and died for this country. I'm voting for the flag that is often missing from public events. I'm voting for the right to speak my opinion and not be censored for it. I'm voting for secure borders. I'm voting for the right to praise God without fear. I'm voting for every unborn soul that is at risk of being aborted. I'm voting for freedom and the American dream. I'm voting for good and against evil. I'm not just voting for one person.

I'm voting for the future of my country!"

I couldn't have said it better, although I want to add to the writer's list. I'm also voting for candidates who will exercise sound leadership internationally. I'm voting for those who will support Israel. I'm voting for those who will protect children from leftist curricula. I'm voting for the nation's fiscal integrity. I'm voting for parental rights. I'm voting for school choice and home education. I'm voting for freedom in the suburbs. I'm voting for Little Sisters of the Poor and other Christian organizations. I'm voting for racial unity. I am voting to support "In God we trust" and school prayer. I'm voting for freedom of conscience for physicians and other professionals. I am voting for marriage. I am voting for life in all its dimensions. I am voting against euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide. I'm voting for wisdom in handling the pandemic. I am voting for protection for the Church from oppressive politicians.

One final thought: With all respect, this election isn't about you. It certainly isn't about me. It is about our kids and grandkids. It is about those who are yet to come, if they are allowed to live. This vote has awesome implications for future generations and the nation we love. It is about our Constitution and the immutable, God-given rights it protects. It is about values, and truth, and greatness, and hope. That is why the notion of choosing a president based on frivolous personality characteristics is so unfortunate.

In summary, this election is for all the marbles . . . the Presidency, the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Supreme Court. Together, they set the agenda for this country.

If you love America and don't want it to be "fundamentally transformed," it is time to do three things:

1. Pray like never before that God will spare this great nation from tyranny and oppression of religious liberty.

2. Volunteer to help your candidates.

3. Vote for the candidates who will best uphold your values and convictions.

Also, consider forwarding this letter to your friends, family, and others whom you might influence.

May God bless America!

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"Every Little Bit Helps"
​
Author: Shirley Spencer
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​Over the years, Hugh's News has been a lifeline that has kept us connected to happenings in the church at large. I appreciate the balanced mixture of news, humor, inspiration, and encouragement featured in the publication. Without it, many people, especially senior adults (including me), would feel disconnected from the church we love. 

It's vital that we support this online communication source and its faithful editor, Dr. Hugh Morgan, with our prayers and financially. Like me, many readers are on fixed incomes and unable to make sizeable contributions; however, we should give as we can to keep this important lifeline coming our way. You've heard it before, but I say it again: "Every little bit helps." And I believe the Lord will bless you in return.

You may Click Here on this hyperlink to find out how you can give either by Credit Card or by Check.

[Shirley G. Spencer, former executive director of publications for the IPHC, including the Advocate, Experience, The Issachar File, etc. She continues to write for the General Superintendent of the IPHC, e. g. The IPHC Remembers . . . . I am grateful for Shirley's friendship over the years and her willingness to help me in inspiring our readers to give to help me continue to produce Hugh's News. We are dependent upon you for our financial support and prayers. Thank you in advance for your generosity in giving.]

Missionaries to China in the 1900s

Compiled by: Editor Hugh H. Morgan

In Dr. Tony Moon’s book, From Plowboy to Pentecostal Bishop, The Life of J. H. King, he writes about the missionaries from the Pentecostal Holiness Church that went to China in the 1900s. He related how G. F. Taylor named the missionaries to China: Adell and Golden Harrison, T.J. McIntosh, May Law, Ollie Maw, Anna Deane, Anna Deane Cole and Jane Schermerhorn. (p. 188)

Reverend and Mrs. T.H. Rousseau declined the invitation to go to China when the General Missions Board asked them whether they were ready to leave as soon as possible.  However, Reverend and Mrs. W.H. Turner accepted the invitation but were delayed for two years because of complications that were presented because of World War I.
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Meanwhile, the Rousseaus changed their minds. So, in 1919 the Turners and the Rousseaus were able to get their finances in order in short order to ship their families to China.

The Missions Board approved four more persons to go to China in 1920 as missionaries: Misses Mary Wilkes Andrews, Anna Dean Cole, Pearl Loftin, and Julia Payne. 

In my personal research in reviewing old issues of The Advocate I learned that my mother to be, Julia Payne, a single missionary, set sail for Hong Kong, China, on Steam Ship China on Saturday, October 13, 1920, from San Francisco, California. That was 100 years ago. She was there for 9 years without a furlough due to a lack of financial resources.  She returned the United States in 1929. Hugh Henry Morgan had met Julia Payne at Holmes Bible and Missionary Institute and they fell in love. My dad loved Julia so much he waited 9 years for her to come home to marry her. It was in June or July of 1929 that Bishop Dan T. Muse, a life-long friend of my father, the first bishop from the west, performed their wedding ceremony at the General Conference in Oklahoma City at the First Pentecostal Holiness Church. 

G.H. Taylor, the editor of The Advocate, reported that the missionaries and others went to the deck of the ship to see the Golden Gate Bridge.  What a beautiful sight it was.

29th General Conference (2022) Update

Oklahoma City, OK (October 23, 2020) - The IPHC released a statement earlier this week that the Council of Bishops (COB) voted at its October meeting to postpone the denomination’s 2021 General Conference. Specific dates and registration information will be available at a later time. The IPHC released additional information about the postponement today.

“After months of prayer, study and analysis of the current situation, we believe it is in the best interest of the health of our global family that we postpone this important event,” said Presiding Bishop Dr. A.D. Beacham, Jr., who chairs the Council of Bishops. “The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the entire world with disease, economic and social problems, and death. It has required major adjustments to how we live. In most parts of the world, including the United States, it is not business as usual. These factors are part of the backdrop for the decision made by the IPHC Council of Bishops to postpone the 2021 General Conference until 2022.”

The potential for social distancing was a significant factor in the decision-making process. “We had multiple conversations with our Jacksonville venue,” said Chief of Staff Terry Fowler, who plans and coordinates General Conference. “We were convinced that the hotel could not accommodate us if social distancing was required by the state and or local officials. An outdoor space made little sense for a July meeting, and additional venues would have driven up costs and been less convenient.”

In addition to postponing General Conference, the Council’s resolution provided for the continuing governance and work of the IPHC through 2022. Officials elected at the 2017 General Conference will continue in their roles until the 29th General Conference is held in July 2022. The bylaws and policies contained in the 2017-2021 Manual will likewise remain in effect until that time.

The Council of Bishops also deferred all Quadrennial Conference Sessions scheduled for 2022 until 2023, providing the same extension of elections and actions approved for General Conference. (Read the full text of the resolution here.)

“We have never postponed a General Conference before,” Dr. Beacham said. “But we face an unprecedented situation. We’ve taken this action to protect our delegates and their families, and to ensure that everyone who wants to attend the 29th General Conference will be able to do so in hope for our denomination’s bright future.”

While acknowledging that this news will be discouraging to some, Bishop Beacham pointed to the IPHC’s identity and vision, “We remain a place of hope and a people of promise. We are confident the Holy Spirit will continue to guide us as we seek to fulfill the Great Commission through Arise 2033. I look forward to rejoicing with our largest delegation ever when we gather again in 2022.”

General Conference is ordinarily convened along with three other events hosted by the IPHC’s Discipleship Ministries: YouthQuest, the denomination’s teen and young adult conference, and conferences for men and women. Student Ministries has also released a statement about postponing YouthQuest; you can read it at iphc.org/youthquest. Information about men’s and women’s conferences will be released as it becomes available. 

For more information about IPHC Ministries, visit iphc.org.
For General Conference news and updates, visit iphc.org/generalconference.
Get the latest updates on Student Ministries events by following @IPHCStudent on Instagram and @IPHCYouthQuest on Facebook.
 
The International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC) is a global movement of disciples of Jesus Christ with 1,500,000 members in 95 nations and over 1,600 local congregations in the United States. Our commitment to worship, mission, service and fellowship arises from our foundation in three streams of historic Christianity: the Protestant Reformation and its emphasis on justification by faith alone; the holiness emphasis of the Anglican priest John Wesley; and the Pentecostal outpouring at Azusa Street in 1906.
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In light of the resolution passed by the council of bishops, and with regards for the safety of our students, families, and churches, IPHC Student Ministries has postponed YouthQuest for 2021. 

Student Ministries is still committed to raising up the next generation of leaders and deploying their gifts into the church and around the globe. Currently, smaller student gatherings are being planned during the summer of ‘21. While those dates, venues, and events have yet to be finalized, plans are being made to gather together next summer. 

“As we face the obstacles brought on by COVID-19, continue to pray for Student Ministries as we look for unique ways to serve students during this crisis,” said Bishop Tommy McGhee.

Stephen Jones, Student Ministries Advisory Team Leader, encouraged students, “Continue pursuing ministry opportunities in your local church as you prepare to answer the call of God on your lives. Seize every opportunity to grow and learn, and may God continue to bless our churches, our leaders, and the students of the IPHC.” 

Please connect with Student Ministries on social media so you can stay updated on the latest information on plans for the summer of 2021.

https://www.facebook.com/IPHCYouthQuest

https://www.instagram.com/iphcstudent/

From Plowboy to Pentecostal Bishop is a fantastic biography on the life and ministry of J.H. King.

​A review by Samuel Bridges

Dr. Tony Moon's research and preparation for this book spanned more than a decade. In fact, I remember as a freshman at Emmanuel College, hearing him talk about beginning this exhaustive project. Dr. Moon delves into the history of, King, the man and the movements of which he was a part. He brings what for some may be a fuzzy history shown only in black and white images into sharp detail and living color.

Bishop King's life, experiences, and ministry endeavors exemplify the struggles, sacrifices, and commitment of those who embraced the early Holiness and Pentecostal movements.

Dr. Moon also shows us J.H. King the man, husband, father, pastor, leader, theologian, and writer. I think that every person who studies to receive ministerial credentials in the IPHC should have this book as required reading. The IPHC and other denominations will be blessed by the contents of this book for generations to come."

This is a valuable biography for anyone interested in church history or Pentecostal history.

Book Reviewed: Tony Moon, From Plowboy to Pentecostal Bishop: The Life of J.H. King (Lexington, Kentucky: Emeth Press, 2017).

Proverbs 3:5-6
5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding; 
6 in all your ways acknowledge Him,
and He will make your paths straight. 
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Proverbs 3:5-6
5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding; 
6 In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths. 
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Proverbs 3:4-6
4-5 If you want favor with both God and man, and a reputation for good judgment and common sense, then trust the Lord completely; don't ever trust yourself. 6 In everything you do, put God first, and He will direct you and crown your efforts with success. 
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Proverbs 3:4-6
4 Earn a reputation for living well
in God's eyes and the eyes of the people. 

5 Trust God from the bottom of your heart;
don't try to figure out everything on your own. 
6 Listen for God's voice in everything you do, everywhere you go;
He's the One Who will keep you on track.
(from THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language © 2002 by Eugene H. Peterson. All rights reserved.)

​Secretary to Boss: "There's a man outside who wants to see you about a bill he says you owe him."

Boss: "Well, What does he look like?"

Secretary: "He looks as if you had better pay him."

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​The Return Prophetic Message for America
 
Author: ​Jonathan Kahn

To see and hear Jonathan Kahn give this prophetic message for America you my Click Here on this hyperlink.

Jonathan Cahn - The Return 2020
September 27, 2020 - Washington D.C. Capitol Mall from the Lincoln Memorial to the Capitol of the United States.

"Without repentance there can be no revival."

This day was appointed in Hebrew Scriptures.

"Every Little Bit Helps"
​
Author: Shirley Spencer
​
​Over the years, Hugh's News has been a lifeline that has kept us connected to happenings in the church at large. I appreciate the balanced mixture of news, humor, inspiration, and encouragement featured in the publication. Without it, many people, especially senior adults (including me), would feel disconnected from the church we love. 

It's vital that we support this online communication source and its faithful editor, Dr. Hugh Morgan, with our prayers and financially. Like me, many readers are on fixed incomes and unable to make sizeable contributions; however, we should give as we can to keep this important lifeline coming our way. You've heard it before, but I say it again: "Every little bit helps." And I believe the Lord will bless you in return.

You may Click Here on this hyperlink to find out how you can give either by Credit Card or by Check.

[Shirley G. Spencer, former executive director of publications for the IPHC, including the Advocate, Experience, The Issachar File, etc. She continues to write for the General Superintendent of the IPHC, e. g. The IPHC Remembers . . . . I am grateful for Shirley's friendship over the years and her willingness to help me in inspiring our readers to give to help me continue to produce Hugh's News. We are dependent upon you for our financial support and prayers. Thank you in advance for your generosity in giving.]

Becoming A House Of Prayer For All Nations

House Of Prayer For All Nations
 
Register today and you will receive a link to join the webinar through Zoom.

We are also streaming on Facebook at www.facebook.com/iphcministries/live.

RSVP Now
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Please make plans to join with the Global IPHC family in the continued pursuit of our calling and goal to become Houses of Prayer for all Nations.

Register for this next Prayer Training Webinar,

Thursday, November 5th, 7:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (6:00 pm Central, 5:00 pm Mountain, 4:00 pm Pacific), where we will receive teaching and edification from Rev. Doug Small.

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Spanish translation will be available

RT Kendall: America Is Under Judgment, and Only Awakening Can Save Us

Author: Stephen Strang

Posted in the Strang Report

RT Kendall: America Is Under Judgment, and Only Awakening Can Save Us . . . The Strang Report
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We've heard it enough in 2020 that it's become cliché: We live in unprecedented times. The COVID-19 pandemic, racial unrest and a contentious presidential race have all contributed to the chaos of this year.

Unlike many others, renowned pastor and theologian Dr. R.T. Kendall believes God is behind all this, and with good reason: "America is under judgment," he said.

Kendall's new book, We've Never Been This Way Before, details this judgment and why it's happening through the Biblical lens of Joshua leading the people of Israel into the promised land. "God is fed up, and He is angry," Kendall said. He sees four reasons for the judgment on America: "racism, legalized abortions, same-sex marriage and theological liberalism in the pulpits."

But Kendall also sees hope. "God is at the bottom of it, but it's gracious judgment," he said. "And it means that He's trying to get our attention. It's not retributive judgment, where a God just gets even and punishes. No, He's been gracious to get our attention, to drive us to our knees, and it will end up with America crying out like they've never done before.

"And God will answer," Kendall said. "And it's my view, the only thing that will save us will be this awakening, not unlike what we saw in the 18th century under the preaching of people like Jonathan Edwards or the Cane Ridge Revival in the early 19th century. We're talking about something huge—not ordinary revival—something that gets the attention of the world."

Kendall shared a brief story from Joshua 5 to point out a critical need in our nation. "As Joshua entered the promised land, he saw this awesome figure, which happened to be an angel. And Joshua said, 'Are you for us, or for our adversaries?' And the figure, which happened to be an angel, said, 'Neither.'

"Well, that was not the answer Joshua wanted," Kendall said. "And what we need to learn about God, and what has been forgotten, is that He is a God of glory, and He does things for His own glory. Jonathan Edwards, who is the main figure in the great awakening of the 18th century, used to say, 'The one thing that the devil cannot duplicate in us is a love for the glory of God. The flesh cannot produce it; only God can do it.'

"And Joshua was learning that we do not have any entitlement," Kendall said. He added, "The curse of our generation, in my opinion, is a feeling of entitlement. And the idea is that we can snap our fingers and expect God to jump. There is no fear of God in the world today; there's no fear of God in the nation. There is little, if any, fear of God in the church, and that will be restored. And that is what the angel was saying to Joshua. And I think what we need to learn, and what is going to bring about this great awakening is a restoration of the fear of God; that's my conviction. That is the need of the hour."

To hear more of Dr. R.T. Kendall's wisdom on our nation's current situation and how we can move into the awakening God desires, click here to listen to this episode of The Strang Report on the Charisma Podcast Network. And don't forget to check out his brand-new book, We've Never Been This Way Before for even more Biblical, practical help on navigating the way forward. In fact, I hope you'll not only buy his book but share this podcast and article with anyone who needs to hear and heed this powerful message.

[We've Never Been This Way Before with RT Kendall

Bestselling author Dr. R.T. Kendall discusses where God is in the pandemic and unrest we have been facing in 2020. Listen as he shares why the Holy Spirit led him to write his new book, "We've Never Been This Way Before," and how we can trust God in these unprecedented times.

[Permission from Charisma Media is granted to Hugh's News  to forward, reprint, or duplicate, with acknowledgment their articles. I hope you will take the time to listen to the audio interview that Steve Strang made with R. T. Kendall. It is encouraging.]

Critical Issue #3: Marriage and Family

Marriage serves as the foundation for every dimension of human life. Everything of value rests on it, including procreation and the care and training of children. If that ground floor is weakened or undermined, the entire superstructure of civil society will come crashing down.

And yet our American culture has sought to deconstruct families and marriage through the media, through the sexual revolution, and even through law and policy. Consider these examples:

1. In 1969, Congress foolishly created the Marriage Penalty Tax, requiring husbands and wives to pay higher taxes than cohabitating couples.

2. Or consider the media. Marriage and monogamy are mocked in music, television shows, and movies. Those who hold to any semblance of sexual ethics are ridiculed or dismissed as "old fashioned" and "prudish." Not only are the liberal media outlets bashing biblical masculinity and femininity, now the Hallmark channel is promoting movies that celebrate same-sex weddings.

3. Others are not content to disincentivize or ridicule marriage and family—they aim to destroy it. In 2012, Marsha Gessen, a lesbian journalist, activist and author, stated during an interview with ABC Radio, "[I]t's a no-brainer that the institution of marriage should not exist . . ." These anti-marriage activists are so opposed to God's plan for marriage that they will not stop until it is utterly destroyed.

Are you paying attention? We owe the history of our nation to the family, and America's future still depends on it. Unless you act now, your children and grandchildren will grow up in a country that embraces everything contrary to God's design for marriage and family.

I pray you will evaluate this information carefully and prayerfully, and then go to the polls and let your voices be heard. God help us if we fail to do our part.

​3 Urgent Prayers for the 2020 Election
From: Beverly Oxley
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Lee has articulated the recent cries of my heart. Hear our prayers, O God, and bring peace to our people in turmoil.

John 13:34-35
  34 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. 35 By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another." 
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John 13:33-35
  34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.  35 By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another." 
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John 13:34-35
  34 "And so I am giving a new commandment to you now-love each other just as much as I love you. 35 Your strong love for each other will prove to the world that you are My disciples." 
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John 13:34-35
  34 "Let me give you a new command: Love one another. In the same way I loved you, you love one another. 35 This is how everyone will recognize that you are My disciples — when they see the love you have for each other." 
(from THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language © 2002 by Eugene H. Peterson. All rights reserved.)

​Jay, Tom and Paul were at a convention together sharing a large suite at the top of a 75-story hotel. After a long day of meetings, they were shocked to hear that the elevators in their hotel were broken, and they would have to climb 75 flights of stairs to get to their room.

Jay said to Tom and Paul, “Let’s break the monotony of this unpleasant task by concentrating on something interesting. I’ll tell jokes for 25 flights, Tom can sing songs for the next 25 flights and Paul will tell sad stories for the rest of the way.”

At the 26th floor, Jay stopped telling jokes and Jim began to sing. At the 51st floor, Tom stopped singing and Paul began to tell sad stories.

“I will tell my saddest story first,” he said. “I left the room key in the car.”

RT Kendall: America Is Under Judgment, and Only Awakening Can Save Us

Author: Stephen Strang

Posted in the Strang Report

RT Kendall: America Is Under Judgment, and Only Awakening Can Save Us . . . The Strang Report
Share FacebookEmailTwitterPinterest We've Never Been This Way Before with RT Kendall.

We've heard it enough in 2020 that it's become cliché: We live in unprecedented times. The COVID-19 pandemic, racial unrest and a contentious presidential race have all contributed to the chaos of this year.

Unlike many others, renowned pastor and theologian Dr. R.T. Kendall believes God is behind all this, and with good reason: "America is under judgment," he said.

Kendall's new book, We've Never Been This Way Before, details this judgment and why it's happening through the Biblical lens of Joshua leading the people of Israel into the promised land. "God is fed up, and He is angry," Kendall said. He sees four reasons for the judgment on America: "racism, legalized abortions, same-sex marriage and theological liberalism in the pulpits."

But Kendall also sees hope. "God is at the bottom of it, but it's gracious judgment," he said. "And it means that He's trying to get our attention. It's not retributive judgment, where a God just gets even and punishes. No, He's been gracious to get our attention, to drive us to our knees, and it will end up with America crying out like they've never done before.

"And God will answer," Kendall said. "And it's my view, the only thing that will save us will be this awakening, not unlike what we saw in the 18th century under the preaching of people like Jonathan Edwards or the Cane Ridge Revival in the early 19th century. We're talking about something huge—not ordinary revival—something that gets the attention of the world."

Kendall shared a brief story from Joshua 5 to point out a critical need in our nation. "As Joshua entered the promised land, he saw this awesome figure, which happened to be an angel. And Joshua said, 'Are you for us, or for our adversaries?' And the figure, which happened to be an angel, said, 'Neither.'

"Well, that was not the answer Joshua wanted," Kendall said. "And what we need to learn about God, and what has been forgotten, is that He is a God of glory, and He does things for His own glory. Jonathan Edwards, who is the main figure in the great awakening of the 18th century, used to say, 'The one thing that the devil cannot duplicate in us is a love for the glory of God. The flesh cannot produce it; only God can do it.'

"And Joshua was learning that we do not have any entitlement," Kendall said. He added, "The curse of our generation, in my opinion, is a feeling of entitlement. And the idea is that we can snap our fingers and expect God to jump. There is no fear of God in the world today; there's no fear of God in the nation. There is little, if any, fear of God in the church, and that will be restored. And that is what the angel was saying to Joshua. And I think what we need to learn, and what is going to bring about this great awakening is a restoration of the fear of God; that's my conviction. That is the need of the hour."

To hear more of Dr. R.T. Kendall's wisdom on our nation's current situation and how we can move into the awakening God desires, click here to listen to this episode of The Strang Report on the Charisma Podcast Network. And don't forget to check out his brand-new book, We've Never Been This Way Before for even more Biblical, practical help on navigating the way forward. In fact, I hope you'll not only buy his book but share this podcast and article with anyone who needs to hear and heed this powerful message.

[We've Never Been This Way Before with RT Kendall

Bestselling author Dr. R.T. Kendall discusses where God is in the pandemic and unrest we have been facing in 2020. Listen as he shares why the Holy Spirit led him to write his new book, "We've Never Been This Way Before," and how we can trust God in these unprecedented times.

[Permission from Charisma Media is granted to Hugh's News  to forward, reprint, or duplicate, with acknowledgment their articles. I hope you will take the time to listen to the audio interview that Steve Strang made with R. T. Kendall. It is encouraging.]

In 1919, two young and energetic missionaries, Rev. Talmadge Henry Rousseau and Rev. William Henry Turner, were sent to Hong Kong and the Southern part of China for missions. They came with their families, continuing the work started by Miss Anna Deane, who passed away in Hong Kong in 1918. Miss Anne Deane Cole, the niece of Miss Anne Deane, returned to the United States for furlough in 1918. She came to Hong Kong again in 1920, this time with three young missionaries: Miss Pearl Loftin, Miss Julia Payne and Miss Mary Andrew. 

In 1923, Rev. William Turner purchased the church property of China New Testament Mission in Pakhoi, Guangdong* by installments, establishing the foundation of mainland missions of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church. The Williams brought Miss Julia Payne to Pakhoi and worked together there. Miss Laura Mae Hylton came to Hong Kong from Georgia, USA, the following year. She learned Cantonese and served in the church. In 1927, Miss Hylton was sent to Pakhoi to work with the Williams and Miss Julia Payne. (*Pakhoi was later marked under the Guangxi province)

Miss Julia Payne and Miss Laura Mae Hylton were working closely together. They led prayers with Chinese people every morning. At the beginning of each working day, they came together to read the Bible and pray. They have been praying to God fervently, trying tirelessly to draw more people towards God. They have organized English classes for the locals, four lessons a week, each lesson from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Sunday School was taught in both Chinese and English. They also taught the children to sing English hymns. 

In March 1928, the two missionaries went with a Chinese co-worker, Mrs. Ko, to Yam Chau for preaching. It happened to be in the low tide that their boat had to be parked at Sha Chau for a while, waiting for the high tide. The two missionaries took the chance to preach on the deck. Miss Hylton played the organ as Miss Payne sang, witnessing Jesus Christ. When they arrived Yam Chau, they deliberately took off their hats to show their red hair in order to draw the locals’ attention. Their work in Yam Chau was blessed by God while many have converted in a number of gatherings and received the baptism of Rev. William Turner. 

Miss Payne has been diligently working in Hong Kong and China for a consecutive nine years. She returned to the US for furlough only in 1929.
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原始文獻節錄：
Hylton, Laura Mae. An Orphan As a Missionary. Franklin Springs, Ga.: Pentecostal Holiness Church, N.D.

• The day arrived in late November, 1924.
• I left Royston, Georgia, November 24 and arrived safely in Vancouver, November 30. I had a prosperous journey, made good connections, only had three changes, Washington, D.C.. Chicago, Illinois, and Seattle, Washington. 
• I came as far as Seattle on the train and learned there that my ticket called to go the rest of the way on ship to Vancouver.
• It was December 5th, when I left the hotel in Vancouver and boarded the “Empress of Canada,” but it was not until after midnight, or near that time, when the boat sailed. 
• I think we were on the water about ten days when we reached the first stop in Japan (Yokohama).
• I think it was three days after we had left Japan until we arrived in Shanghai, our first sight of China. 
• I was Sunday and I asked the steward if he thought it would be safe to go ashore and look for a place to attend church. 
• It was in the neighborhood of three days after we had left Shanghai until we reached Hong Kong. 
• Dear Miss Shermerhorn, who had left us for glory, and Miss Mary Wilkes Andrews were there to meet me, and to take me to our splendid missionary home in Homuntin. There I met Miss Loftin and Miss Cole. Miss Cole was sick in bed and Miss Loftin had stayed with her. The Rev. and Mrs. W. H. Turner and Miss Payne (now Mrs. Morgan) were then in Pakhoi, and I had passed the Rev. and Mrs. T. H. Rousseau somewhere on the Pacific on their way home for a needed furlough. 
• I was called “Lun Kwoo Neung” meaning Miss Hylton.
• I had not been in China very long when I received word from the homeland to proceed to Pakhoi, to help in the work there.
• Rev. and Mrs. W. H. Turner and children, along with Miss Julia Payne, came from Pakhoi to Hong Kong. Ht seems that Mrs. Turner and children with Miss Payne came first and then a little later Mr. Turner came. Anyhow, after the anti-foreign spirit had died down sufficiently, Rev. and Mrs. Turner and children went back to Pakhoi and Miss Payne remained on in Hong Kong for time being. 
• I had gone quite a ways into my third year in China, and by this time had acquired enough of the language to get on with in conversation, etc. And so Miss Payne and I got together for going to Pakhoi to take care of things there. 
• Perhaps the first thing worthy of note that Miss Payne and I did each morning was to gather with the Chinese in the chapel for morning worship. After worshipping with them we returned to the house and had our English Bible reading and prayer together. This helped us to start the day off well.
• Miss Payne and I were quite concerned about so few people attending the services when we first came from Hong Kong, so we began praying for God to use us any way that He could to bless souls and to build up His work. We ask the Lord if He would have us teach some English, using this as a means of getting people to come where we could have an opportunity to get the good news of salvation to them; and if it was, to bring it to pass. At first it seemed that nothing turned, up, but we prayed and held on and then news came to us that some young boys wanted to study English. We took this as an answer to prayer. Miss Payne did not have time with her other duties to take the task, so it feel my lot to take it. 
• I wish to relate a trip that Miss Payne, Mrs. Ko, and I made to one of our out-stations, Ham-Chow. On the second day of March, 1928, slong up in the morning we left Pakhoi and arrived at Ham-Chow the next morning we left Pakhoi and arrived at Ham-Chow the next morning a little while before daybreak. 
• The boat came to a standstill sometime in the afternoon on account of the tide, and could go no further until the tide came in again. This gave us a good breathing spell, and so we went on deck and had a service there in the open. I played my harp and we sang some. Mrs. Ko and Miss Payne did the preaching and I took a part in giving out literature. We had wonderful opportunity that afternoon to witness for Christ. 
• Dear Miss Payne had been in China for several years now; and really needed a furlough. I knew she should have the change, and I did not want to be selfish, buit I did so hate to give her up. 
• I remained alone in Pakhoi close on to a year when Rev. and Mrs. G. C. Legge came to take over the work. They arrived in Hong Kong along with Misses Cole and Strickland sometime before Christmas, and I was to elated thinking they would be in Pakhoi with me before the holidays sit in ; however, they saw fit to remain with those in Hong Kong until the New Year. It was a glad day with me when they did finally arrive. 
• Before Miss Payne’s leaving Pakhoi, we had discussed together the matter of my going to Tung Hing to help with the work there; that is, after Mr. and Mrs. Legge would arrive and get acquainted with the people and things. 

Cates, H. Princeton. The Hong Kong Field Historical Background from 1909-1987. (Typed Manuscript)

• 1920: Anna Deane Cole returned to Hong Kong from her furlough bringing with her three new missionaries: Miss Pearl Loftin, Miss Julia Payne (Morgan) and Mary Andrew. 

Lowe, Fannie P. History of P. H. Missions in H. K./China. (typed manuscript)

• April 27, 1923, was the date the China Conference of the Pentecostal Holiness Church was held in Hong Kong. The Stationing Committee reported: 1) Mr. & Mrs. Rousseau would be in charge of the Mission Home, 2) Rev. T. H. Rousseau with the help of Misses Payne and Andrews would be responsible for the Wanchai work; 3)Miss Cole would be in charge of the Gospel Boat work, 4) Rev. & Mrs. Turner would be over the country work (mainland China), 5) T. H. Rousseau with the hekp of Miss Loftin was assigned to the Shaukiwan work. 
• Thus it was March 2, 1924, that Rev. & Mrs. Turner along with their three children: Holmes, Melton and Shelton, left Hong Kong to work on the mainland. Melton & Shelton had been born in Hong Kong. Julia Payne and two Chinese workers accompanied the Turners to Pakhoi. 
• In 1927, Miss Hylton in her third year of language study had acquired enough of the Chinese language in Hong Kong to get along, went to Pakhoi to take care of the work there. She took Julia Payne and a Chinese Bible woman to assist in the work.
• Miss Payne had been on the field several years and was much in need of a furlough. (Rev. Hugh Morgan, son of Julia Payne Morgan, said his mother stayed for nine years without a furlough, and that affected her future health.)
• A furlough was granted in 1929.

​[Editor's comment: I am grateful to Rev. Donavan Ng, field superintendent of the work and ministry in Hong Kong for this excellent information. He is a special friend of mine. When Melvine, Greg, and I went to Hong Kong in 2015 for the Global Ministry Summit he and his staff went all out to make our visit comfortable. I am in touch with Donavan Ng via email. I have a deep love for the Chinese people. It was given to me by my mother, Julia Payne, and I believe it is in my spiritual DNA. I am grateful to Dr. Harold Hunter, Director of IPHC Archives and Research Center in Oklahoma, and Allison Jones for some 15 photos of my mother and other IPHC missionaries. I will need help from you, my readers to help me know the missionaries in the photos.

In addition, Glenda Boone, wife of Basketball Coach Jerry Boone, has done excellent research in old Advocates with stories.  I am grateful to her for her excellent help. Glenda is a retired college teacher.]