But Jesus said, “Let
the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven
belongs to those who are like these children.”
The stories from our back2school events of the past
never get old. When someone speaks of
their experience, my passion gains even more momentum.
At last night’s volunteer training a teen girl raised
her hand to share her story. The church
that she is part has become one of our partners and has helped us prepare for
the success of this year’s event. I didn’t
expect her story. But this precious girl
said that when she was younger that her family came to our church and received help
through the event that gave supplies, shoes and backpacks. She said that is not only grateful for the
help, but she is now excited that she gets to give back through serving.
I was speechless.
My eyes began to grow tears. How
this touched my heart because we were reminded why we do what we do.
And anyone who welcomes a little child like this on
my behalf is welcoming me.
It is time.
#back2school 2015 is today and tomorrow.
We have prepared. We have prayed. We are ready to serve. Many children have registered and are coming
to be blessed, and many of these students will in turn bless those who are
serving.
There really is nothing like pouring into a child
because they have great value planted in their lives by God. These children have huge potential, and it is
our job to speak into their potential, to help prepare each for a great school
year and to demonstrate the love of God.
We do this because God has called us to serve
others. There is still time for you to
join in; if not for this year, for the years to come. God is good.
Awesome days ahead!
I could have no greater joy than to hear that my
children are following the truth.
NOTE: Pray for Mt. Calvary Church, Mercy Crossing
Church, Fairway Baptist Church and The Community Fellowship as we partner for
this outreach. Join us Sunday at 6pm at
The Community for a celebration service!
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