How many of us dream of receiving an inheritance from a rich relative? We all have heard stories of those that receive such a windfall, but a year later they are no better off. The inheritance just seemed to evaporate. Tonight Lee Headley preached a message from 1st Peter about an inheritance that will not fade away. In fact, it is incorruptible. Every thing in this life will perish one way or another. Even the food we served Tuesday night, if not eaten, will spoil. But this inheritance will not spoil. Also, this inheritance is undefiled. Unlike us it is without sin. And finally, this inheritance will not fade away. Everything is this life will fade away but this inheritance of eternal life will never fade away. In fact, it is eternal. Even though most of us will never receive an inheritance from a rich uncle, this inheritance promised in 1st Peter is available for everyone who believes. This was a powerful message that gives hope for everyone, including those who live on the street struggling with their day to day problems. I had one homeless tell me that this message was a real encouragement to him. Thanks Lee for sharing this message of hope which is available for all of us.
I would like to ask everyone to pray for Chris who I wrote about in my last post. He had expressed a desire to quit drinking. This week he came in stone sober. He said he had not drunk any alcohol during the week. He said that he had spent time in the library and staying away from those that stick it in his face. There was a real change in his demeanor. He expressed concern for others that we don’t usually see in the homeless community. It was a real pleasure talking with him.
Tonight we served 72 meals with the assistance of 12 volunteers. We had the normal requests for over-the-counter medicine and one individual, named Bobby, who we provided a bus ticket back home. We all like to see those that want to reunite with their families. Other requests were for blankets and sleeping bags. Even though the weather is getting warmer, the nights are still cool. Thanks to all who support Food for Life so we can provide some temporary relief for those who are on the street.
~Marc
I would like to ask everyone to pray for Chris who I wrote about in my last post. He had expressed a desire to quit drinking. This week he came in stone sober. He said he had not drunk any alcohol during the week. He said that he had spent time in the library and staying away from those that stick it in his face. There was a real change in his demeanor. He expressed concern for others that we don’t usually see in the homeless community. It was a real pleasure talking with him.
Tonight we served 72 meals with the assistance of 12 volunteers. We had the normal requests for over-the-counter medicine and one individual, named Bobby, who we provided a bus ticket back home. We all like to see those that want to reunite with their families. Other requests were for blankets and sleeping bags. Even though the weather is getting warmer, the nights are still cool. Thanks to all who support Food for Life so we can provide some temporary relief for those who are on the street.
~Marc
