“Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of Jesus” (Colossians 3:17).
My daughter, Val, dropped by the other day to bring me the wrapping paper I had purchased. It was for a fundraiser for my grandchildren’s school. After we talked for a bit, she was about to leave when she pulled out a piece of paper (with an order form) and said, “Oh, by the way, do you want to buy some cookie dough or some pies?” Another school fundraiser!
For fifteen years, since the oldest of our eight grandchildren started school, I have purchased things I don’t need because I want to be supportive of them. When Val left I thought to myself, she doesn’t mind raising funds for her children’s school, because she is doing it for her children.
I raise funds – lots. As the previous director of the Women’s Ministries of Power to Change Ministries I was responsible for raising funds for three women’s ministries. Our monthly needs averaged just over $15,000. And now I raise funds for both Power to Change Ministries and Global Aid Network.
Raising money for Jesus
I raise money for Jesus. Oh, He doesn’t need money, but to be able to tell people around the world about Jesus, disciple them, as well as help provide for their needs, we need funds.
After Val left, I thought to myself, “Why does she feel more comfortable raising money for her kids’ school than I sometimes do raising money for Jesus?” Perspective!
Dear Jesus, I need a tune-up in my attitude. Anoint me with Your grace, so that I may have the same freedom to raise funds for You as my daughter has raising funds for her children’s school. Amen.
At Christmas, Marvin and I asked our family to join us in giving the gift of pure, clean water to people who need it – $2,000 (US) for one clean water well. Do you want to help provide clean water, too? Visit Global Aid Network for more information.
