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Bible Question:
These are very hard times for many people, and Christians as well. We have started sharing food with those who are struggling just to pay for housing, utilities and food and gas. This has opened a door for us to show our good deeds and Christian love for our neighbors. We open the door to those people in need with "AMISH FRIENDSHIP BREAD". We are deeply concerned at the number of older persons in serious financial need. Their spiritual need is even greater as we have discovered. All of the people we have been able to meet with do not qualify for EBT cards, which is the new food stamp program. Most all make too much for financial State help. Seven hundred dollars is all our state allows for a couple to make and get a little help. Local food pantries are maxed out, even some churches have financial shortages as well. My question is has anyone found another way to open the door to reach those in deep need. We don't just see this in unsaved people but many Christians are living in faith depending on the Lord for their needs day by day. We live in an area that basically is settled by hard working people, or those who are retired. Many who are retired can no longer live on what retirement brings in. We personally are blessed and the Lord is good. We are looking into ways to help we have not thought of. We are touched by the saying, No one cares how much you know; Until they know how much you care. This is not orignal to us we read it some where. Any ideas would be gladly be appreciated. justme |
Bible Answer: Hello Justme, you have a very thoughtful idea, bless your heart. My only suggestion would be is if you had a facility where you could sponsor a potluck style dinner. You could advertise for it in the places where people go for food, such as the food pantries, or the state office where food stamps are applied for. This way a person's pride could remain intact, as they may feel led to bring some baked beans, or their favorite dessert, but if the meat entree is supplied, they could feed the whole family for pennies on the dollar. And in addition, they could gain quality fellowship with others who are in similar straits. hope this benefits you in some way, keliy |