Daily Inspiration
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January 22, 2020
The Heavens Declare!
Arms of Hope - Thank You Montgomery Area!
Sitting inconspicuously next our building at 301 Pond Street in Montgomery, Texas is a small blue container. It is a gentle reminder of those who are struggling to become what God desires for every person. Loved, needed, respected, comforted, educated, worshipful, and purposeful. That box does not look like much, but it houses hope for hundreds of children. Last month, you, the caring folks in Montgomery and close by, shared hope with these precious children by donating used clothing and other items to that “Arms of Hope” box. The “Thank You” note from AOH showed over 400lbs of clothing had been placed inside that box! Yes, you read that correctly. 400! You did not concern yourself with a tax deduction, or even knowingly receiving a “thank you”; you just gave to help those kids. We, the church of Christ in Montgomery, want to thank each of you that shared a little hope with them. It is not a large ministry, but it so very special when you meet some of those children and hear their stories. They come from all walks of life and all types of backgrounds. When they arrive at one of the group homes, many are simply broken and feel they are beyond help or hope. But because you care, they soon learn there are truly people that do care. When they see God working in this wonderful setting to rescue, heal, and build lives those hurting children do begin to heal. Facebook page “Arms of Hope”.
Dwight Dell
Montgomery church of Christ
Jesus Loved Others
Mark 12:28-34. Jesus answered him, “The first of all the commandments is: Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one. And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ This is the first commandment. And the second, like it, is this: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” Is Jesus your example of how to love your neighbor as yourself? Consider these seven examples set by Jesus. Although not an exhaustive list, still they give us an insight into the ways Jesus fulfilled this command. Here are seven ways we know Jesus led the way in loving others.
a. He was always proactive. Going! Doing! Seeking! Mark 9:1
a. He helped others in need. Matthew 8
b. He showed others how to appreciate life. John 14:6
c. He encouraged hope and purpose. John 11:40-44
d. He brought stability and genuine care into the lives of others. Luke 7:13-15
e. He spoke the truth and helped others love truth. John 8:32
f. He showed sacrificial love. John 13
What do you think about Jesus loving others? Did he show that kind of love? Can you make a list of all the blessings Jesus poured on others? Now make a list of what you will do to follow in Jesus’ footsteps and “love others as yourself”.
Dwight Dell
Montgomery church of Christ
John 4:35
"...Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest."
"Lift up your eyes", Jesus said. You will only see if you look. No one can look for you. This is doubly true of the spiritual design in God's creation. You will only see it clearly if you look through the eyes of Jesus.
Good Reads! More Good Reads...
1. Look Up!
2. That's Ugly
3. Prayers of a Child
Evidences for God
1. The Earth Got All The Good Stuff!
2. Seven Reasons To Believe in God!
The Dinosaur Dilema!
"...Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest."
"Lift up your eyes", Jesus said. You will only see if you look. No one can look for you. This is doubly true of the spiritual design in God's creation. You will only see it clearly if you look through the eyes of Jesus.
Good Reads! More Good Reads...
1. Look Up!
2. That's Ugly
3. Prayers of a Child
Evidences for God
1. The Earth Got All The Good Stuff!
2. Seven Reasons To Believe in God!
The Dinosaur Dilema!
Thy Kingdom Come
