Working in the pantry is life changing. Jeff and I have always felt God has called us to love what most consider the unlovable. Isaiah 61:1 has always been a verse of passion for me. "The Spririt of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor." The folks coming into the pantry need GOOD NEWS! The Good news is... God loves them just like He loves every single person of any race, any gender, and any social status.
Jeff was at the pantry today. A gentleman came in early with his wife and asked Jeff if he could speak with him. While talking, he asked Jeff if the people of our church were loving. As the story unfolded, he doesn't have nice clothes, he doesn't have acceptance and has been hurt by those in the church who couldn't love him as he is. He doesn't have a social status that most would consider important. He teared up when Jeff told him he could come to church just like he's dressed and there would be people who would love him. Then... Jeff stood and hugged him... the man broke. No preaching took place. Just talking and a hug... and GOOD NEWS was given! God loves this man equally the same as you and I. We need to love this man equally the same. The Good news is... there is a hope and a future for every single person. Whether they are the poorest or the richest.... the good news is... they are loved by one awesome and amazing God!
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Wow, this makes me cry.
Vicki said--The JOY of working the food pantry is beyond words. These are wonderful people who just need a hug or a kind word. Who knows when any of us could be in the same spot. This man is welcome in my arms for a hug anytime!!! I pray when he comes on a Sunday morning there are many who hug him.
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