Come over and help us

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Acts 16:9 And a vision appeared to Paul in the night.  A man of Macedonia stood and pleaded with him, saying, "Come over to Macedonia and help us."

Paul had twice attempted to go to another part of Asia but God had not permitted him.  And now he saw a man in Macedonia calling for help.  There are reasons some things don't work! As people with the answer, we need to 'Come over,' from where we are to where other people are who are searching for answers.  The best way into anyone's life is by HELPING them, not trying to convert them, change them, argue with them, but to help them.  Paul's vision was a person, not a program, a building, an event.  He SAW people.  That was his vision.  He saw ONE man, not a vast crowd.  He was changing the world one life at a time.  We must see people, individuals, and cross over from where we are to where they are, to help them.

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Comments
S. Gray commented on 15-Nov-2011 08:26 AM
Great blog Phil, its the simple things like helping someone, making them a cake, writing a note, having a cup of tea with them and listening. Help them move, encourage them or whatever will aide them. Yeah I really love this blog. I remember a friend who
gave me two tickets to see one of my favourite comedians. I couldn't afford it as a student at the time, but his generosity at a tough time lifted me in a way that changed my outlook for the better. It was a little thing for him to do, but it spoke volumes.
jane farrelly commented on 15-Nov-2011 08:58 AM
Thanks Pastor Phil, Today's blog is true confirmation and encouragement to me.
Anonymous commented on 27-Nov-2011 09:00 AM
I don't understand......why can't I yearn and listen while gardening.......is God so boxed in......... Its about my relationship .....why are we so ready to wrap it up in a bow.........

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