"Our" Joel!

Another week of blogs comes to a close. And the question for all of us is, how does our personal and collective ministry reflect the heart of God for the poor of the earth?

Perhaps it is fitting that our guest speaker for this past Sunday is named Joel. Here in the U.S.A. there is a famous Joel who pastors a church of tens of thousands in the Midwest. But we have our own Joel! Joel Edwards, our brother in Christ whose work in the U.K. is a clear reflection of the heart of God for the poor of the earth. Micah Challenge is intentional in its mission to make a difference in the world, to the end of saving many lives.

I encourage you to support Micah Challenge in whatever way you can. Post a hyperlink on your blog, write an article, send money, add their link to the bottom of your emails, volunteer if you have the time and means. Let's spread the good news of what Micah Challenge is doing. And let's keep them in prayer.

Here at home (Bronx Bethany) we see clear indications of care for our community and our world. There is the food pantry, there is the low-cost afterschool program and summer day camp, there are international and local opportunities for missions, and the list goes on. There is no lack of opportunity for service to bless the poor. In serving, though, let us take care to reflect not just the heart of God, but the humility of our Lord Jesus who set the standard for servant leadership.

Thank You, Lord, for this privilege of serving the Bronx and the world in Your name. May You be pleased when You see the motives of our hearts as we engage in humble service, to Your honor and glory. Humility, mercy, and justice, all for You Jesus. Amen.