More On Homeless

We have written and acted often for the outreach of our homeless population here in San Diego. There are over 8700 homeless persons (And children) within the San Diego County area. And, this is not just at winter time. It is a 365 day a year problem that we as Christians are called to help with for the Love of Christ! There are several solutions to the problem of homelessness. We, as many other partners here, are desperately trying to appeal to the Church. Yes, there are Government and City programs that help tremendously. But, they can’t do it alone. They need Our Churches and Congregations (And private peoples and organizations) to step up and solve this horrible problem. It has been going on for so many decades. The Church as we understand it is to bring comfort to the poor along with Worship to God. Both must be done together or we will fail Christ’s calling. It is right and good to do your worship within your local (And worldwide) services. But, we as Christians are also called to worship God’s forgotten and suffering people not yet, or who have fallen, to bring them back to a life of serving Him. Does your money, time or efforts mean anything if not for Love for Him AND for others in need? We are constantly seeking ways to Obey Him in this important struggle to help the homeless learn that Christ loves them too. As Abraham did in Genesis 12:8, “And he…pitched his tent, having Bethel on the West, and Ai on the East: and there he built an altar.” What does this mean to us today? It means that we are to place ourselves between God first and the world second. But, it also means that we must get involved with BOTH at the same time if to Honor our God and be effective here. (Read Oswald Chambers, January 6.) We know several local outreach ministries here in San Diego. We will continue to appeal to the public and especially the Churches to open up their facilities and use their transports and appeal to their Congregations to donate the items needed for this ministry. Over 91 people every year die from exposure to being homeless within our County! Focus on what The Lord Jesus was really saying; To Love God is to Love Others. Please, join together as the Church and with others who are trying to open our homes and buildings for the suffering. Blessings in His NAME.