For the Least of These

So funny story about how God answers prayers.  This year for my birthday I was considering not doing the offering for missions because I was afraid we wouldn't receive as much as we have in years past. (That was stupid because God can achieve mighty things so who am I to doubt His power?)  Anyway, I was talking to Him, and I said, "God, if you want me to do this so I know it's in Your will, send someone to ask me about it. If they ask me about it, I know they are still interested in giving." I waited, honestly not thinking too much about it.  Then Miss Flora Carter, a friend of my grandma's who has been reading my blog and one of the sweetest ladies I've ever talked to, inquired on my timeline if I would still be receiving offering for missions.  I immediately knew this was God's answer to my prayer.  Thank you Miss Flora, for asking me about it.

I tell you all of this for two reasons: one, to share the wonderful power of prayer and the Will of God.  And two, to let you know that Abby and I will be receiving donations for our 18th and 16th birthdays.  We have not yet decided what organization we are giving to, but I will let you know as soon as God tells me :)

Thank you to everyone who has given in the years past.  It truly warms my heart to know that I am surrounded by people who support that calling God has given me.  I know this season is incredibly busy with Christmas shopping, Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, Shoeboxes, and family get-togethers, but I ask this of you because I know we all want to give to people who are so much less fortunate than ourselves.

"Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to me." ~Jesus