Spring
Springtime is a busy time of year in our household. The kids are busy with school projects, sports, and other activities. James and I are busy with work, coaching, and shuttling the kids around. Sometimes we get caught up in our busyness and do not always recognize or thank God for the amazing ways He continues to provide for us. Sometimes we fail to see the needs of those around us—locally and globally. The GPBC Global Emphasis reminds us to acknowledge how God has provided for us. It also reminds us of the needs outside our door.
This Sunday, we will continue to focus on how God is using missionaries around the world to bring people into relationship with Him.
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
–Matthew 28:19-20
During this time of the year, the preschool and elementary children take time to discuss how to spend their offerings. In the past, these offerings were used locally and globally to provide support for children in need. This year, our young faith community has expressed a desire to reach out to children in other countries who not only have basic needs, but also need the hope and love of knowing God. In response to their desire, our young faith community will be adopting a child through Food For The Hungry, an organization that provides for both the spiritual and physical needs of children in impoverished countries. Over the next few weeks, the kids will be praying for God’s direction as we decide in which country to support a child.
As our young faith community is relying on God to provide direction, I challenge you to take time next week to prayerfully consider supporting our Global Partners. I pray God continues to use GPBC and our Global Partners to further our mission of Helping People Follow Jesus Together!