the back2school why

The back2school why…

There are lots of reasons. And the reason I share the reasons in this e-devotion is asking you to be one of the reasons we are a success. Would you pray? Join me and so many others in making back2school 2021 a great success.

So here are a few reasons why:

Jesus said so. Just go serve others!

1 Peter 4:10 NLT

God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.

There is a need. Find a need and fill it (thanks Tommy Barnett for the quote).

1 John 3:17 NLT

If someone has enough money to live well and sees a brother or sister in need but shows no compassion—how can God’s love be in that person?

School is going back in session once again, and giving encourages success.

Matthew 19:14 NLT

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.”

Families are struggling: finances, strain, questions or confusion, hope and more is needed.

Romans 15:2 NLT

We should help others do what is right and build them up in the Lord.

A way to show God’s love. Everybody needs to know they are loved.

1 John 3:18 NLT

Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.

Interacting with people is one way to tell them they are valuable! Start with the children. When they are older, they will be stronger because we told them so.

There are a few of my reasons. Now you tell me your reasons. Why are you serving others through back2school or other ways? Email me your responses (pastormh@gmail.com)

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