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The kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe the good news. Mark 1:15 In This Issue · Showers of Blessings · Thank you
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Showers of Blessings As they continued their travel, Jesus entered a village. A woman by the name of Martha welcomed him and made him feel quite at home. Luke 10:38
Last month was Pastor Appreciation Month. Did you tell your pastor “thank you” for being your spiritual leader? It seems appropriate that following the Appreciation Month is a month designated to celebrate “Thanksgiving” and to focus on the many blessings we receive.
The holidays can be very difficult times for many people. For some it is the first without a loved one who passed away or moved on; for some it is first holiday living away from family; for some it is a reminder of no family.
I encourage you, especially during these next couple of months, to look objectively at your life. Make a list of the blessings you have. Look at each difficulty and find the peace that God has promised to help you through it.
Some ways you can share your blessing and maintain an attitude of thanksgiving could include:
Visit a nursing home, spend some time with a shut in Invite someone without family nearby to share a meal with you Help out at your local City Union Mission Adopt a single parent family Assist a needy person/family with winter utility bills Deliver wood to an elderly couple that uses their fireplace for heating
Choose the greater yes in your life. Say yes to a postive path that will lead you away from a holiday pity party to accepting a blessing. Open your heart to God and accept His peace.
I remember a dear friend of mine who had cancer. Upon entering her home to visit you were immediately made welcome and she asked “how are you” before you had a chance to ask her. She sincerely sought to encourage those she knew she would soon be leaving behind. You did not get to leave her presense until she prayed with you. While she was the one suffering the physical challenges brought on by cancer and chemotheraphy, she demonstrated God’s love and enjoyed His peace. She shared that peace with all who entered into her presence. Everything that she did, she did as unto the Lord. (see Colossians 3:23.
THANK YOU I’d like to take this moment to thank each of you for your kinds words and prayers for Bear Witness Ministries. You have been a blessing and encouragement to me. If you would like to contribute to Bear Witness, now a 501c3 corporation able to accept tax deductible donations OR drop a line telling us how we have encouraged you, we look forward to hearing from you.
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