Hello FFM members,
Over the past several days and most recently today, an overwhelming number of fellow pastors and churches are sharing how they are supporting the Haiti crisis relief effort. Many of them are contacting various outreach organizations and collecting donations and supplies for the cause. It pains me to hear and read about the unfathomable number of deaths that have occurred on the island nation of Haiti. However, the reports of outpouring of support, compassion and love toward those grieving and in desperate need bring joy and relief to my heart.
I know it comes easy, in such times as this, to blame God for what appears to be His absence in keeping such disasters from occurring in the first place, but I must remind you that the Father’s hearts grieves so much more than we can ever imagine right now. It is to that end, that He sent us His one and only Son, Jesus, to die for us on the cross so that all of mankind may seek Salvation and have Eternal live away from such pain and agony afforded us while on earth.
Now, I know that many of you will want to help by donating and getting involved in the relief efforts in one way or another, but I’d like to remind you that one of the most important ways of helping is through your prayer. Cry out to God on behalf of those who have lost loved ones and are grieving both in Haiti and throughout the world. When we pray in unison and with firm conviction that God will provide and bring peace and calmness in the midst of such chaos, nothing will be impossible.
And if you feel compelled to help instantly, consider the following option through the Red Cross International Relief. I’ve donated $10 to the Red Cross by texting the word “HAITI” to the number 90999. The $10 will show up on your cell phone bill.
**FFM Students – please ask your parents for permission and make sure you explain to them what it is clearly before you do this. Get your parents consent before you text anything to the Red Cross**
Blessings,
P. David S.
Firm Foundation Ministry
Recent Comments