- Life Group leaders - strength and perseverance
- Groups will be warm and welcoming to visitors
- Need new leader(s) for single adult ministry
Romans 8:28 (NIV) - And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.
Suffering emotional pain, loss of a loved one filled my life with deep sorrow. This verse is my anchor in the storm. I know God didn't cause it to happen but allowed it for my good. Many, many blessings were restored.
Matthew 7:7-9 (NIV) - Ask and it will be given to you. Seek and you will find. Knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who ask receives, he who seeks finds and to him who knocks the door will be opened.
I remember when my mother passed on after dealing with Alzheimer's disease for ten years. The Lord let her live for ten years instead of taking her quickly, and I was blessed with her presence. I was able to visit with her, sing and even dance with her when she was up to it. The Lord blessed me to be with her on her last day of her life. My extended family in New Jersey supported me with the grace of God and showed me God's love through them.
2 Corinthians 8:6 (NIV) - Remember this; Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
So many times when my heart has opened the desire to give beyond my limit, I was blessed! God's goodness is so amazing. The C.A.R.E. Ministry, which I am a part of, rescued me with house repair and yard work. I remember coming home on my lunch hour and seeing a full team of people raking up my whole yard (one acre). With tears of joy I expressed my gratitude, as I didn't even sign up for help. Going on a mission trip to New Orleans I was equally blessed - learning new skills to help those in need and blessed by my teammates, as well.
Philippians 4:10 (NIV) - And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
When our largest snow storm arrived with about thirty inches, I wondered how I would ever be able to get out. Me shoveling was out of the question. My neighbor arrived with his snow blower, and I was free to get out of the driveway. The next snow storm came, and wasn't as much, but still a good bit. I went out just to shovel some and thought, “Dear God, if you want me to do this, please send help.” No sooner did those words leave me, two neighbors came to my rescue. God surely met my needs and more!
~Trish Higgins
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