My Father’s House – Sustainable Missions!
Sustainable Missions: A Testimony of God’s Faithfulness!
For decades, the Lord has allowed us to walk alongside thousands of native leaders and villages. Through those years, one truth became unmistakable: missions must be sustainable if the work is to endure!
Well‑intentioned support can sometimes create dependency, but when we empower people, the Kingdom advances long after we are gone.
I will never forget a native leader from Africa who came to my office after being turned away by a large church. We had no funds to offer, but I told him I could give him something greater—the knowledge to make his village sustainable. He fell to his knees, lifted his hands toward heaven, and with tears cried, “Lord, You have heard my prayer.” That moment confirmed the path God had been shaping in us.
Later, Teresa and I developed a sustainable farm model in Dallas, Texas—a “cycle‑of‑life” farm that has since touched people around the world. One renowned missiologist walked through it, listened to our story, and prayed over us, declaring that God had given us a Joseph anointing. That blessing has guided us ever since.
This same vision shaped My Father’s House in Pakistan, our orphanage for the children of Christian martyrs. From the beginning, we built with sustainability in mind: a strong facility, solar power, a working farm, and training programs that teach children how to think, grow, build, and lead. We brought in a professional farmer, and God blessed the land—so much so that even the wheat chaff was valuable enough to exchange for additional property.
Then came the chickens and the cattle. On January 29, 2026, we received a joyful report: My Father’s House has reached near‑complete sustainability.
The herd doubled quickly – starting with ten cows, now at 27, with more calves on the way. Today, the children have all the milk they need. The extra milk sold each evening covers staff salaries and operational costs. Cheese, yogurt, and other products are made on-site.
THIS IS WHAT SUSTAINABLE MISSIONS LOOK LIKE – A WORK THAT CAN STAND EVEN IF OUTSIDE SUPPORT STOPS!
Our children are not victims; they are builders. They help with the farm, assist in Teresa’s Sewing Centers, support village events, and assemble audio players for evangelism teams. They are learning to think, create, and innovate—skills that will shape their future and strengthen the Church.
My prayer is that this testimony inspires others who are building ministries today. Before constructing large buildings or launching big programs, ask the Lord:
“How can my work become sustainable?”
Even 10% sustainability is a beginning. Then aim for 30%. Then 50%. And watch what God will do!
To God be the glory—and to God’s people, our heartfelt thanks. Together, we are building works that will last until Jesus comes. May this become a pattern that inspires many other works for the Kingdom.
