The Christmas Holiday really is "the most wonderful time of the year!"
People are typically more willing to be generous with their money
and open their hearts to those in need.
There are so many needy families in our own community!!
We want our children to look for ways to help those who need a helping hand
and a great teaching tool we landed on comes through a community project
already set up for Christmas.
Last year our family helped wrap presents collected at several drop-off stations
throughout town and later delivered to needy families.
It was an incredibly satisfying experience, and one that
each of our children wanted to participate in again this year.
How amazing to hear the squeals of the children as we stack the presents
in their homes (some with a Christmas tree and some without),
and to see the wide range of emotions from the parents/guardians
as they are presented with a turkey and other goodies for their Christmas dinner.
The Mom in our favorite home this year had tears streaming down
her face as she told us she had 8 children
and no way of affording presents for them!
We always head home with such gratefulness for what we have
when the last bundle has been delivered,
and an increased desire to find more families that we can encourage
with the love of Jesus.
What are some ways you look for people who need
encouragement and help them in a tangible way during the holidays?
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