"And the King will say, 'I tell you the truth, when you did
it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!'" Matthew 25:40
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Sometimes we see a need on TV and feel
overwhelmed by the magnitude. The enormity of a need may cause us to shut down
and do nothing. Then we may feel frustrated, guilty, or ashamed. Or we can do one
thing for one person. Josh McDowell said, “Do for one what you wish you could do for
all.” I think that is how God wants us to think and act.
I encourage you to start small. Today, who is the
one unbeliever you can
pray for to come to Jesus? Who is the one person you can serve? What is the one
verse you can share with your spouse to encourage them? Who is the one person
you can pray with today – your child, your roommate, your spouse, your friend,
or a stranger? Of course there will be more, but start with one! Ask God to fill
you with His Spirit to help you notice the needs and do the one good
deed.
“Our people must also learn to engage in good deeds
to meet pressing needs, so that they will not be unproductive.” Titus 3:14
Carbondale & Nashville (June 20-25) David and Stephanie invited Danelle and I to visit their church Sunday morning. We will go a few days earlier to spend time with them and our four grandchildren. On the way back we will stop in Nashville to meet with my sister Patty’s new church. We will arrive on Monday. Tuesday evening we will gather for dinner and fellowship. May God make it a fruitful trip!
Granddad’s Animal Adventures Part 2 I have finished my new book, Granddad’s Animal Adventures Part 2 for children! It contains 19 short stories for children aged 12 and up. It builds on the first book and is written for youth who have committed their lives to Jesus and are seeking to grow in their faith. This book would make an excellent resource for your summer reading, vacation, bedtime, or family devotions. Maybe you want to give a copy to your grandchild? You can copy and paste this link to find on Amazon. https://tinyurl.com/ynwpdc3z God use it to impact many young lives for His kingdom!
Prayer & Praise
Carbondale & Nashville Churches Please pray for
Danelle and I to listen, discern, and meet pressing needs in these churches
next week. Pray for new friendships to form and for some of them to come to our
fall church retreat. Pray for quality time with the whole Shirley family.
Family Grace and Ward’s twins, Fred and Will, turned
6 this week. They have come so far in their development! Praise God! They are now
in a program that is helping them with communication and social skills. It took
two years to get them in. Please pray for the Beardens!
Granddad's Animal Adventures - Part 2 Please ask God to get this book out to many young people. Ask Him to speak to their hearts and grow their faith as they hear His word.
Our Support Our sincere thanks
to each of you who give to and pray for our ministry!
Yours in Christ’s Unfailing Love,
Steve
and Danelle
11002 Lake Hart Dr, Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32832
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