The vibes in the air tonight were different. Yes it was peaceful, but there was something else too that I can't pinpoint exactly. Above all else, I know that He was there and that's all that really matters anyways.
The Ministry has been almost overloaded with the amount of clothing being donated these days. As the tables were being set up with the neatly folded stacks of items, you could see the eagerness in the eyes of those who waited to see what they might obtain. I know anyone reading this blog can testify that it feels good to have something new to wear. It's a huge blessing for me to be a part of something that will glorify God and make somebody else happy... even if the happiness only lasts temporarily.
We had extra volunteers join our team this evening. The word about our Ministry has started to trickle to the congregation at our home church. It's very encouraging to see the hearts of so many, who want to get off the pews and outside of the 4 walls and actually put His love into action. I thank God for His provisions and for His faithfulness.
Although, we witnessed the typical drunkenness and unhealthy lifestyles that some live, we also were given the opportunity to see fruits from the Ministry. More people have shown interest in getting off the streets, with plans made to enter into the SDRM on Monday morning. Another amazing incident is about a man named "Tunaboat Jim", a retired Veteran who will be having surgery in a few days. I'll share that in the next few weeks.
God was glorified tonight and His word went out with the promise that it does not return void.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
"Who So Ever"...
Our night was great, very peaceful and with out incident. We had plenty of food, clothes and hygiene supplies. We truly have been blessed by all of the support and all the resources that we can use to bless the needy. A few students from the school of evangelism came down to help out which is always a blessing.
As I was thinking about what to write a few things came to mind. One was regarding the message at our church on Sunday and the other was about a conversation I had with one of my roommates.
I was reminded on Sunday that whosoever believes will be saved and I really considered what was being said. Whosoever... Color; race; social or economic status; gender; weight; height, anyone. I know as a christian I have heard this many times but this week it took on a different importance to me and it gave me hope. This great gift that some of us have already discovered is available for anyone who chooses it. I am motivated, more so today, to tell people about HIM, that whosoever believes will be saved!
Sometimes it's easy to get into a routine (in life, in ministry, with relationships) and lose sight of the importance of things/people/time. I thought about the people we minister to and how important it is for us to seize these moments and opportunities to truly show them Jesus. It's so easy to take advantage of time, to think there will be another day, another chance, more opportunities. But in all reality, for some of the men and women we minister they don't have more time. They are sick and weak and broken hearted. They are wounded and ripped apart by this world and the lies of the devil. For some, they are physically close to death or so emotionally ravaged that suicide seems like the only escape. If we really stop and consider that some of these people may not have a tomorrow how can we (I) sit back and say/do nothing. As my roommate said, we have to be intentional! We need to redeem the time and opportunities we have been given and not be sidetracked by this world. Our one goal and purpose should be to tell people about Jesus and his saving grace and love for us. I know in my own life I am so easily distracted from what truly matters. I want to be more "intentional" with my time; my actions; my thoughts; my love; my prayers.
My hope and prayer is that we will be an intentional people, filled with the Holy spirit, ready and willing to serve, love and tell people about our savior.
God Bless!
As I was thinking about what to write a few things came to mind. One was regarding the message at our church on Sunday and the other was about a conversation I had with one of my roommates.
I was reminded on Sunday that whosoever believes will be saved and I really considered what was being said. Whosoever... Color; race; social or economic status; gender; weight; height, anyone. I know as a christian I have heard this many times but this week it took on a different importance to me and it gave me hope. This great gift that some of us have already discovered is available for anyone who chooses it. I am motivated, more so today, to tell people about HIM, that whosoever believes will be saved!
Sometimes it's easy to get into a routine (in life, in ministry, with relationships) and lose sight of the importance of things/people/time. I thought about the people we minister to and how important it is for us to seize these moments and opportunities to truly show them Jesus. It's so easy to take advantage of time, to think there will be another day, another chance, more opportunities. But in all reality, for some of the men and women we minister they don't have more time. They are sick and weak and broken hearted. They are wounded and ripped apart by this world and the lies of the devil. For some, they are physically close to death or so emotionally ravaged that suicide seems like the only escape. If we really stop and consider that some of these people may not have a tomorrow how can we (I) sit back and say/do nothing. As my roommate said, we have to be intentional! We need to redeem the time and opportunities we have been given and not be sidetracked by this world. Our one goal and purpose should be to tell people about Jesus and his saving grace and love for us. I know in my own life I am so easily distracted from what truly matters. I want to be more "intentional" with my time; my actions; my thoughts; my love; my prayers.
My hope and prayer is that we will be an intentional people, filled with the Holy spirit, ready and willing to serve, love and tell people about our savior.
God Bless!
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