The Last "24"...
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Ok, so I have to admit I am not a fan of "24" (I stay away from shows that require a weekly commitment to stay with them), but I understand that each episode is a based on an action packed 24 hours in the life of Agent Jack Bauer.
Well, consider this a report on an action packed 24 hours in Overflow's life....it has been awesome to see all that has happened in the past 24 hours. Myself, Cindy, and two others from our launch team traveled to Berrien Homes (a 160 unit Apartment Complex that is very close to the mall and our hearts and that we have been praying for since July) and spent a couple of hours passing out fliers for our Halloween Outreach and meeting residents. It was such a great experience as we made new friends, were very well received, and had the chance to interact with many of the children. In fact, we had a group of girls (ages 6-12) following us around and helping Cindy put fliers and cards in people's hands and the doors of the homes. They were so excited about helping and were full of smiles and kept saying, "2 more days till Halloween" (when we would see them again). Afterwards, our group just shared what a difference our time there had made in our lives as we were able to connect with people and really serve in a different way than we were used to. We are going to continue to spend time at Berrien Homes and will be prayerfully putting together an outreach program (during the after school time slot in their community center) for the children and would ask you to pray for us and them!
That was last night...this morning I had someone come into our office/lounge and tearfully ask for someone to pray with them because of the rough day they were having. It was such a blessing to be able to be here, in a mall, and available to pray for someone and see their spirits lifted up. I was able to share some Scripture with them and they took a cup of coffee with them and seemed to be in a much better frame of mind for their day ahead...it is a ministry center here in the mall! They even asked us to create a prayer request box and we are now going to have that ready as another avenue for us to connect people with God. Thank you for praying for us and continuing to support what God is doing with Overflow!
May your next "24" be blessed and may you too see God overflowing in your life!
In Pursuit,
Brian
posted by Brian @ 11:24 AM,
