Thank You

Every year, we all hope that the Christmas spirit will never end. Unfortunately, we’re soon confronted with the holiday bills we’ve accumulated-and the tax man, with his hand out. It doesn’t take long for us to realize we’ve got to get on with life. but for the believer, I think every day is Christmas. In our spirit, we know that Christmas is all about John 3:16…”God so loved the world that HE GAVE…” To me, this is the essence of Christmas-God giving to us. We come to Him empty, with nothing to give. Yet He gave everything in the form of His cherished Son, so that our emptiness could be filled with new life.

New life is something we get to celebrate every day of the year here at Mel Trotter Ministries. It’s exciting to watch people like Steven as they “unwrap” God’s great gifts of grace and hope. At first, when lovingly confronted with God’s claim on their lives, there can be a lot of mourning over the past. It reminds me of an Old Testament scene where the Israelites, who had been living outside of God’s law and His blessings, are convicted by His word. They weep, brokenhearted, over the wasted years. But then they are encouraged with these words: “It is a time to celebrate with hearty meal, and to send presents to those in need, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10, LB)

At Mel Trotter Ministries, we just celebrated Christmas with a holiday feast! Thanks to your generosity, our residents were able to send presents to their children. And many, like Steven. are overjoyed to have Jesus in their hearts. For them, the holidays have a new and deep meaning this year. What joy and hope you’ve given, and how we thank God for the gift of your friendship! On behalf of our staff, volunteers and the people who are celebrating new life because you care…Thank you!

Your friend,

Chico Daniels