Monday, November 18, 2019

Operation Christmas Child


We are told in Matthew 28:19 (ESV) to
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations,
baptizing them in the name of 
the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit," 
     This seems like a daunting task until we witness the inspirational ministry of Operation Christmas Child. You've probably heard of "The Christmas Shoeboxes" but until you see the incredible journey these little packages take and the works they perform in glorifying God and spreading the Good News, you will not be able to appreciate what a service this is.
     This is National Collection Week (November 18-25) for Operation Christmas Child where Samaritan's Purse Shoeboxes are being gathered all over the world. Take a minute to view: The Journey of a Shoebox
     Our church is a drop-off point for our area and I have the blessed opportunity to serve as the prayer lead for this location. Since I can't be there everyday, I'll be sharing prayer, bible verses and inspirational stories on my blog this week for all children's ministries in general and for this most important week of the OCC ministry in particular. I hope you'll join me in praying for the blessing these boxes provide not only for the children and villages who receive them, but for those who package them.
Our Heavenly Father,  ...Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 19:14 ESV) We pray that the children who receive an Operation Christmas Child box this year be transformed by the love that went into the packaging of each box and especially by hearing the gospel. May they take the gift of the Good News and share it with everyone they meet so that it will be spread throughout the world. In Jesus precious name we pray, Amen.

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Please join me this week in praying for children's ministries, for their effectiveness and potential to multiply and spread the Good News to all nations.
I'll post daily reminders on:
twitter @7DegreesOfMe
Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

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