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what I saw in western North Carolina

 


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?


It has been 9 months.  Hurricane Helene hit with devastation, and one of the places it did the most damage was in the western part of North Carolina.


Early this week I was part of the Men on a Mission annual trip to serve others.  This is a great group of men from several different states that gathers the week of Memorial Day to build or rebuild churches.  Some times it is to rebuild homes or other buildings.


These men are so awesome, and it is an honor to serve with these great guys who encourage me big time.  8 men from our church are a part.  We worked with skilled workers with so much talent.  I am proud to be part of this, but it really is a time to see needs and do what we can to serve others.


The area we worked is Chimney Rock, North Carolina which is next to Lake Lure, the place where the movie “Dirty Dancing” was filmed.  Across this region there is major devastation with homes and businesses torn apart.  Some are still partially standing.  Some are totally gone.  Some can be rehabbed.  Some will never be the same.


What I do know is that these people need the same hope that you and I need.  Giving a little time or money or energy, or all of that, we can make a difference in the lives of those that were hit by this hurricane.


There are lots of other needs that stand waiting for help to show up.  Let’s show up.  Let’s make a difference.  Let’s give people the hope that God has given us.  


Hebrews 6:19  NLT  

This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary.

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