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Last Tuesday night I had a headache and considered not making it downtown. Then I thought, many of the homeless probably have a headache too and would rather be some where else. So I went any way. During the night, I had two individuals request something for a headache. We don't always have every thing requested but tonight I was prepared for a headache.
Tonight Paul started teaching in the book of James. He gave all of us some background on who wrote the book (no, that is not a trick question) and it's context. He spent some time on chapter 1 verses 2 and 3 which states there is joy in trials and tribulations for a Christian. For a non-Christian trials brings bitterness and discontent. But for a Christian these same trials will result in patience. God is interested in our trusting Him regardless of the circumstances and He desires use difficult times to produce spiritual fruit in our lives.
Our numbers were off from previous weeks. We served 55 meals with the assistance of 14 volunteers. Some of the homeless receive some type of federal assistance which usually runs out the middle of the month. Later on in the month when funds are low, many more show up for a meal. For what ever reason, we look forward to seeing all who come in each Tuesday night.
~Marc
Tonight Paul started teaching in the book of James. He gave all of us some background on who wrote the book (no, that is not a trick question) and it's context. He spent some time on chapter 1 verses 2 and 3 which states there is joy in trials and tribulations for a Christian. For a non-Christian trials brings bitterness and discontent. But for a Christian these same trials will result in patience. God is interested in our trusting Him regardless of the circumstances and He desires use difficult times to produce spiritual fruit in our lives.
Our numbers were off from previous weeks. We served 55 meals with the assistance of 14 volunteers. Some of the homeless receive some type of federal assistance which usually runs out the middle of the month. Later on in the month when funds are low, many more show up for a meal. For what ever reason, we look forward to seeing all who come in each Tuesday night.
~Marc
