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August 19, 2020

Investing in Others

Cletus L. Hull III (Pennsylvania, USA)

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Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. - Matthew 5:16 (NIV)

In my earliest ministry with the youth at a small church, I had to start from scratch with no resources. Although I had no idea what I was doing, I also knew that God could use the youth at this church. I believed I could connect with them and be...

Today's Prayer
Dear Lord Jesus, help us to reach into the lives of the people we meet every day to reflect to them the light of your love. Amen.
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Today's Reading
Matthew 5:13-16

Thought for the Day

I can spread the good news of Christ by taking interest in the lives of others.

Prayer Focus

To invest in the lives of others


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