One often used phrase is: when we are helping others, we should aim for giving a hand up over a hand out. Here's what that can look like:
We are each invited to flourish in Christ. To be formed in Christ’s love, sent to live out the compassion of Jesus, and together we can see the flourishing of God’s Kingdom in our lives and communities. This blog is a conversation about the intersection of Christian discipleship, compassion, and human flourishing.
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One often used phrase is: when we are helping others, we should aim for giving a hand up over a hand out. Here's what that can look like:
Getting to know your neighbors can be hard. Here are a few steps to help you meet more of them.
Whether it be your inherent gifts, your burning passions, your inspiring story, or your valuable time - you have something to offer. And when you allow Jesus to enter the equation, there is no telling how many people can be impacted by it.
Teams need to feel safe in order to succeed. So do our neighborhoods.
Our ministry begins with our story and we are called to share how Jesus has changed (and is still changing) our lives for the better.
Where to start? If you’re like me, this question stumps you at buffets and on Netflix – not to mention in more meaningful decisions in life, such as how to make on impact in your neighborhood.
Here is some advice on engaging in compassionate ministry in your community.
Can we make a difference in the lives of others and in our world? Should that even be our goal?
Against such overwhelming statistics and countless heartbreaking stories of the realities for those faced with hunger, one is left wondering how much difference we can make. Can one person make a difference? Can even 1,000 people make a long-term impact?