Recognizing that my calling had been given by God, James, Peter, and John--the pillars of the church--shook hands with me and Barnabas, assigning us to a ministry to the non-Jews, while they continued to be responsible for reaching out to the Jews. The only additional thing they asked was that we remember the poor, and I was already eager to do that. - Galatians 2:9-11, The Message
"Save the Children" is the leading independent organization creating real and lasting change for children in need in the United States and around the world. It is a member of the International Save the Children Alliance, comprising 27 national Save the Children organizations working in more than 110 countries to ensure the well-being of children. Jesus has a deep passion for children and I'm sure it breaks His heart that 30,000 kids die each day of starvation. Thanks to organizations like this one, we have the chance to really reach out and spread the Kingdom through the monetary gifts God has given us. We are never more like Christ when we love those around us and allow our love to reach out through our sacrifice. Neo from A New Kind of Christian says, "We live in the most affluent culture in the most affluent period of human history. If we can't discipline ourselves to learn the joys of generous living, I think we're an embarrassment to the gospel."
If you've been reading my blog, you know I've been feeling convicted for materialism and squandering the monetary gifts God has given me. He has called me to be more generous, and if I can do it, then anyone can. And that's not cliche, that's bare-bones fact.
Peace to all of you...
3 comments:
Im sorry dude it was really hard to actually read your post because of your new template. its friggin sweet.
I personally am excited to one day raise children and treat them as they deserve to be treated--with love, time, and prayer.
A couple of books that will help you continue on this journey:
Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger - Ronald Sider
Neither Poverty Nor Riches - Craig Blomberg
The End Of Poverty: Economic Possibilities For Our Time - Jeffrey Sachs
Ending Hunger Now: A Challenge To Persons Of Faith - George McGovern
You should watch 722's latest video online too - Erwin McManus spoke - and he talked about how Christians should have ambition (not selfish ambition) and that this generation is in the top 1 percent of all time when it comes to opportunity.
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