On Sunday a few of us went into the neighborhood to deliver bags of groceries from our Food Shelf. I have to admit, when starting this outreach a few months ago I was very nervous about knocking on doors and talking to people I didn't know. Each time it has gotten easier, and I'm even getting a little more comfortable engaging in conversation with people beyond small talk. As I listened to their stories, I began to see these people through Jesus' eyes and compassion began to move through my heart and prayers. I'm not quite sure what happens with these people once we leave and what their stories will be; but I do know it's been a transforming experience for ordinary me. - Becky, 7/3/12
"So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can do for him." Romans 12:1, The Message
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