CMA HeartBeat May 2019 | Page 24

CMA International By JAMES Jamieson me start off by saying what a great joy it is to serve in this ministry. This year cele- brates the 39th year of CMA in South Africa, and what an incredible journey of growth it continues to be. Over the last 15 years of me being part of this amazing family…I can’t say anything other than glory to God for the life-changing work CMA has done and continues to do among the motorcyclists, their fam- ilies, and friends of this wonderful nation. South Africa is a diverse nation, with a future as bright as it is challenging, and this is where CMASA steps in.. Over the last year, CMASA has gained momentum and built rela- tionships in various communities across the country. We’ve seen this even more so in the world of motor- cycling. In the Northern Cape Province, our Regional Leader, Jos Steenvat, and his team are doing a great job in giving hope in less fortu- nate communities and sharing the love of Jesus and the free gift of Salvation. In conjunction with the Bikers Churches in the area, we are Let truly seeing God do an amazing work of growth, with CMA as eager servants, using their motorcycles as ministry tools. In the Limpopo and Mpumalanga Provinces, Marius Maidman, Pastor Jackie van Dyk, and their teams are a genuine example of what God can do amongst the bikers with a team that is dedicated to moving with God. Gauteng Province, the most densely populated area in this coun- try, is most certainly also the area with the largest available harvest. Paul Wright, David Bender, and their dynamic teams have brought great renewal amongst the CMA members in Gauteng and continue to be an inspiration of servanthood. With the guidance of these two men, CMA has had the opportunity to minister at countless rallies, gatherings, and jols. A big focus for CMA SA over the past year has been to show a stronger presence at the gather- ings/events of the various motorcy- cle counsels which regulate biker oriented events. This has gained the CMA ministry tremendous respect amongst the hardened bikers for the high standard which this ministry maintains. This respect continues to deliver fruit as relationships are strengthened and hearts open to receive the Gospel. We can continue to mention the countless mighty men and women of God in CMASA for the eternal, life-changing work each of them do. We can elaborate on the many ral- lies, gatherings, and jols where CMA has made a huge, yet humble impact…but running out of words, I can only say that Christian Motorcyclists Association of South Africa is alive and growing. Most important of all, we are growing our Heavenly Father’s Kingdom. The continual success of CMA in our nation is not measured by the size of CMA, but by the amount of souls with which we grow the Kingdom. A huge shout out and “thank you” to each and every leader and member of CMA South Africa. It is an honour to serve with you, in this mighty army of God – Keep on Riding for the Son. CMA James Jamieson is the Chairman of the Board for CMA South Africa.