John 16:33
I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will
have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the
world.”
While responding to U.S. Disasters, we’ve seen countless lives, homes and
property destroyed by tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, etc. I’ve met many
people who have lost loved ones, their belongings and even their places of
employment. Sometimes they share that it seems hopeless and they don't know where
to begin. So we go and share Christ’s love through prayer, lending a helping hand, or
just being there. It’s so beautiful to see the difference in them, when they realize that
through Christ, people do love and care for them.
What really excites me, is the way the Lord works in the affected communities.
People coming together to help and care for each other. So many times I've met
survivors who are out helping others and say; “we weren't hit that bad” and the back half
of their home is gone.
I’ve witnessed so many occurrences of people overcoming the world’s problems
and coming out with stronger faith. I’ve seen many blessings of people giving their lives
to Christ after these events.
Something I remember to help keep me from being overwhelmed, that my
grandma used to say is “If it’s not life or death, we can fix it”. Homes, cars, belongings
& jobs can be replaced. But Life eternal can only be fixed one way, by giving your heart
to the Lord!