Archive for August, 2009
Helping us to help others
Posted by Stories | Filed under faith stimulus
The Center for Prevention of Abuse just received its second Faith Stimulus envelope with a donation enclosed. Your donation makes a tremendous difference in another person’s life, giving them hope, which is the greatest gift of all. Thank you for your generosity. We appreciate your support very much.
– Carla P.
Just in time
Posted by Stories | Filed under faith stimulus
Well, our family had been hanging on to our envelope for several weeks now. Kinda felt guilty that we hadn’t found a good “home” for the money yet. We just didn’t feel any particular leading. Today my college age son was going to meet with a young man who has been a good Christian mentor to him during his high school years and is still so now. This young man and his wife recently had their first child. As my son was eating lunch with him he shared how tight their budget was since he and his wife decided that, as a new mom, she was not going to return to work. My son was so glad that he could bless this young family today. He came home from his lunch knowing we gave it to the right family!
– Lauri H.
Exactly what was needed
Posted by Stories | Filed under faith stimulus
Our envelope contained $20 and God led us to add $40 to make it $60. Obviously, He knew exactly what was needed and we are blessed to have been obedient. We received the comments below from the family we helped.
– Alan & Stefanie A.
Wow! We were so blessed that you chose us for the Faith Stimulus. We were stunned beyond belief! Don’t know why we are ever surprised at God’s awesome timing! Riley needed his band fees paid that week — exactly $60 — and thanks to your gift, it was paid! Band is everything to him and we just weren’t sure if we were going to be able to let him do it this year. God confirmed that our kids deserve to be blessed and have a life too. Thanks again. Be blessed!
– Chuck & Lin Marie C.
God hears every thought
Posted by Stories | Filed under faith stimulus
I have struggled with God being a loving father all my life. My father tried but failed in the area of consistency. Sometimes there was not even the basic of food. When I thought of God as my father it was not a compliment. I couldn’t rely on him because of the memory of my earthly father who didn’t always come through. Two years ago I invited God to really become a father I could count on—one who would make sure I was cared for. Since then God has been faithful to care, to supernaturally provide for my needs. In my own mind I could understand my father caring for my needs—but my wants I never mentioned. One day the thought entered my mind that I wished for new clothes that were more professional to start my job. Since I was not working, I tucked the thought back into area where I keep my wishes. But God heard my thought and was delighted to give me not just my needs but my want. He listens to every thought and delights in doing wonderful things for his children. Isn’t that amazing? He cares about our wants, too. He is not stingy or hard-hearted, but is compassionate, enjoying his ability to pour blessings on his children. My view of God has changed. The faith stimulus I received bought $265.00 worth of clothes for $58.00. He told my friend and me where to shop and when. I really like being with him and serving him more and more.
– Elayne L.
Faith Stimulus RSS