BOB VINEYARD MINISTRIES OCTOBER 2026 NEWSLETTER
Returning to Pakistan October 5 - October 17
Time in the Word
by Bob Vineyard, ThD
Mark 6:42–52 — “Jesus Is With Us in the Storm”
The feeding of the five thousand reveals both the compassion and supernatural power of Jesus. Mark 6:42 says, “And they did all eat, and were filled.” What began as five loaves and two fish became more than enough in the hands of Christ. This reminds us that Jesus is both Savior and Lord, and that God is still able to meet needs in ways that exceed human resources. We should never allow the size of our need to become greater in our minds than the greatness of our God. When we place what we have in Christ’s hands, He is able to accomplish what we cannot accomplish in our own strength. Immediately after the miracle, Jesus sent His disciples ahead by boat while He went into the mountain to pray. Mark 6:47–48 tells us that the disciples were struggling against the wind, while Jesus was alone on land. The disciples were in the will of Christ, yet they still encountered a storm.
This is an important lesson for believers: obedience to Jesus does not mean we will never experience difficulty. Sometimes the storm comes not because we have disobeyed God, but while we are faithfully following Him. Yet the storm never places us outside the Lord’s knowledge or care. Jesus saw His disciples struggling, and He came to them. When Jesus came walking on the sea, the disciples were terrified, thinking they were seeing a ghost. But Jesus immediately spoke to them: “Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid” (Mark 6:50). His presence changed the meaning of their circumstances. The storm was still blowing, but Jesus was now in the boat with them. The Pentecostal emphasis on the active presence and power of the Holy Spirit finds a beautiful parallel here: God has not abandoned His people to face their trials alone. The Lord makes His presence known in the midst of difficulty, giving courage where fear once dominated. His word, “Be not afraid,” is still a powerful encouragement to the believer.
Mark 6:51 says, “And he went up V unto them into the ship; and the wind ceased.” Jesus did not merely comfort them in the storm—He demonstrated His authority over it. Throughout Scripture, God alone possesses authority over the forces of creation, and Jesus’ authority over the sea points us toward His divine identity. The disciples were “sore amazed” because they had not yet fully understood what the miracle of the loaves revealed about Jesus. Sometimes we experience God’s power without fully understanding who He is. Faith grows as we learn to recognize that the One who provides our bread is also Lord over our storms. Verse 52 gives a sobering explanation: “For they considered not the miracle of the loaves: for their heart was hardened.” They had witnessed Jesus multiply the bread, yet when another crisis came, they struggled to trust Him. This challenges us to remember God’s past faithfulness.
Yesterday’s miracle should strengthen today’s faith. In our Christian life, we should value both the authority of Scripture and the present work of the Holy Spirit, while refusing to let circumstances erase what God has already revealed about Himself. Testimonies of God’s faithfulness are not merely stories from the past; they can become reminders that encourage us to trust Him in the present. Perhaps you are facing a storm today that seems beyond your ability to control. Mark 6 reminds us that Jesus sees His people, comes to them, speaks peace to them, and has authority over the storm. The answer is not always that the storm immediately disappears; sometimes Christ first teaches us to recognize His presence in the middle of it. Remember what He has already done. Remember His promises. Trust His Word. Walk in the power and presence of the Holy Spirit, and keep your eyes upon Jesus. The same Lord who multiplied the bread is Lord over the waves, and the Christ who met His disciples in their storm is still faithful to meet His people today.
In His service, Dr. Bob Vineyard
BVM is connected to Evangelist Shahid Chaman and his wife Abana and also Pastor Safdar Marqus and his wife Ambreen. Every month financial support goes to Pakistan so ministers can preach meetings to the brick slaves, the rural Hindu tribes, and in Evangelical churches. Throughout the month, there are also special requests for things such as medical procedures and medicines, motorcycles, bicycles, heaters, and food. Plans are for a trip when $3,000 can be raised to award certficates of one-year completion of studies.
Pakistan
Evangelist Shahid and Abana Chaman
Departs Washington Dulles 10/5 and Returns 10/17
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Pastors Titus Etiang and Desma Nashirobe
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Pastor Titus leading his church. We love the work he and Pastor Desma continues to do for the Lord!
Uganda We aren’t saying there aren’t other orphanegs in Uganda to support, but we are saying that 100% of the money you give to BVM supports Pastor Andrew Mwagale and these precious orphan faces pictured here. Food, shelter, school and Biblical training happens because you gave, BVM supports and Pastor Andrew administers out of James 1:27.
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About Orchard Ministries International At Orchard Ministries International we are all about Soul Winning, that is our mandate and our mission. We are in the end time harvest for the Kingdom. Time is short and it's time the body of Christ rises up and uses the authority given by Jesus Christ to make a difference in this world. Jesus commanded us to walk in Love, that is what we must do. We are the light of the world, called to walk in peace and authority. The devil comes only to steal, to kill and to destroy. Jesus Christ has already defeated the devil and put him under OUR feet. Jesus said to occupy until He comes. We are not to sit back and watch the things of this world transpire. Everywhere that the believers foot treads we are to take ground for the Kingdom. We do not walk to victory but we walk in victory because of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ! This is what Orchard Ministries International is called to do and will continue to do through the Anointing placed on us.
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Dr. Bob at the River Ministers Conference. Thank you to the ministers that made it a time of soaking in and being saturated to offer the world a cool cup of water.
The Heart of Bob Vineyard Ministries Dr. Bob Vineyard heeded the call to missions in 1973, having felt the call to preach at the early age of four. With over five decades of different ministry roles, he now dedicates himself entirely to missions. He firmly believes that the most effective approach to global ministry involves empowering indigenous pastors to impact their communities, fostering a shift towards a Kingdom culture within their own contexts. Through BVM, individuals are provided with basic sustenance like simple meals such as rice and beans and meat if available, which for some serves all too often as their sole meal of the day. This act of compassion opens the door for Dr. Bob to share the Gospel of Christ and His Kingdom, allowing listeners to embrace faith, undergo baptism, and commence a journey of spiritual growth under the guidance of local pastors. Dr. B Bob ob expresses deep gratitude for the loyal, faithful, prayerful support and your financial contributions that sustain this vital ministry.
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THANKFUL FOR YOUR GENEROSITY We can never tell you enough how thankful we are for your generosity. It is our prayer, that as God sees your generous spirit, that He knows He can trust you with what He has given to you, and that He will fulfill His promise, that your lives will be overflowing with the Spirit of God and have all of your desires met, and then be an even greater blessing to the Kingdom. Drs. Bob & Christy Vineyard President & Administrative Assistant Bob Vineyard Ministries, Inc