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Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.
1 Peter 5:6

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Proverbs 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

GOD Bless!

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Proverbs 10:22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

GOD Bless!

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Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding. (NKJV)

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Hebrews 13:16
And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.

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Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.
~ Hebrews 10:24, NLT

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The heart of man plans his way, but the LORD establishes his steps.

Proverbs 16:9 (ESV)

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Matthew 12:35 A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.

GOD Bless!

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Thank God for this gift too wonderful for words!
~ 2 Corinthians 9:15, NLT

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The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word.

Hebrews 1:3 (NIV)

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More than that, I count all things to be loss in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them but rubbish so that I may gain Christ.

Philippians 3:8 (NASB)

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Luke 1:19 And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am sent to speak unto thee, and to shew thee these glad tidings.

GOD Bless!

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Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.

GOD Bless!

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For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead.

James 2:26 (NASB)

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Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
James 1:22

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Jesus replied, 'If you only knew the gift God has for you and who you are speaking to, you would ask me, and I would give you living water.'
~ John 4:10, NLT

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1 John 2:4 He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him.

GOD Bless!

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Galatians 6
Nothing but the Cross
1-3 Live creatively, friends. If someone falls into sin, forgivingly restore him, saving your critical comments for yourself. You might be needing forgiveness before the day's out. Stoop down and reach out to those who are oppressed. Share their burdens, and so complete Christ's law. If you think you are too good for that, you are badly deceived

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Romans 12:20-21
On the contrary: "If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.
In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head." Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. (NIV)

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Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.

1 Chronicles 16:34 (NIV)

Bread of Life Food Pantry

We ended the year with our biggest week ever, 27 families and 106 people, gave out 27 turkeys and was blessed with another donation of 15 boxed cereal, 3 cases of ketchup, 5 cases of spaghetti sauce, 5 cases of sugar, 6 cases of puddings, 6 boxes of mashed potato mix and more. God has supplied our needs another year and has blessed many hungry families in our community. Thanks to every person who has given to this ministry you are a Blessing!!!!

Thanks Lee an Ann, may God bless and multiply your generosity to His Kingdom
Thanks Reggie and Lura
Thanks Aglow, Donna,Sharon,Glenda,Yvonne,Janet,Rufina,Janet, and those names I may have forgotten
Thanks Pat,Willie,Maria,Denisha,Rachel & Melody Krishnan,Olivia,Anna,Tina,Amanda, Angela,Jay,Greg, and all stockers and shoppers
Thanks to Pastor & Sister Clark,Adam & Rachel,Tony, and Edith for your leadership and support and the office staff.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!
In Christ Love, Big V and Debbie G

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Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
Ephesians 5:1-2

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So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content.
~ 1 Timothy 6:8, NLT

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2 Corinthians 4:17
For our present troubles are quite small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us an immeasurably great glory that will last forever!

NLT

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You shall not put the LORD your God to the test.

Deuteronomy 6:16 (NASB)

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Psalm 119:165 Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.

GOD Bless!

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Luke 9:35 And there came a voice out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him.
GOD Bless!

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Hosea 10:12 Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy; break up your fallow ground: for it is time to seek the LORD, till he come and rain righteousness upon you.

GOD Bless!

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Luke 14:13 But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind:

GOD Bless!

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Served 15 families and 45 people the last 2 days. We also recieved a call from another food pantry in Cambridge Wi that donated a freezer which we will need to store frozen items. Thank you God for your provision, we are blessed.

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2 Corinthians 4:18 (Contemporary English Version)
18Things that are seen don't last forever, but things that are not seen are eternal. That's why we keep our minds on the things that cannot be seen.

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He has given food and provision to those who reverently and worshipfully fear Him; He will remember His covenant forever and imprint it [on His mind]. Psalm 111: 5

Awesome provision today, God opened a door for us to recieve Free food from Community Action Coalition, what a blessing. We are able to use this resource Mon - Fri and all items are free. God always provides if we ask. Thanks to Tony, Deb, Laura and Maria for your help today, and to Pastor, Sister Clark and Johnny for unloading the van, we are blessed to be part of the Harvest!!!!

God Bless, Big V and Debbie G

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I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.
Psalm 119:11

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Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.

GOD Bless !

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Taste and see that the LORD is good.

Psalm 34:8 (NIV)

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I am counting on the LORD; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in his word.
~ Psalm 130:5, NLT

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If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.

Psalm 66:18 (NIV)

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Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you.
~ Psalm 25:5, NLT

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Whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father who is in heaven will also forgive you your transgressions.

Mark 11:25 (NASB)

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Served 29 families in 2 days and 82 people, many testimonies of God's provision and Love.

LORD, you establish peace for us; all that we have accomplished you have done for us.

Isaiah 26:12 (NIV)

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All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16-17, ESV)

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The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever.
1 John 2:17

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Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.
1 John 4:7

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They looked to Him and were radiant.

Psalm 34:5 (NASB)

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John 10:16 And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd.

GOD Bless!

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James 5:8 Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh.

GOD Bless!

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I thank my God every time I remember you.

Philippians 1:3 (NIV)

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Luke 19:10 For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.

GOD Bless!

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Isaiah 6:8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.

GOD Bless!

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Revelation 14:15 (The Message)

Harvest Time
14-16I looked up, I caught my breath!—a white cloud and one like the Son of Man sitting on it. He wore a gold crown and held a sharp sickle. Another Angel came out of the Temple, shouting to the Cl...oud-Enthroned, "Swing your sickle and reap. It's harvest time. Earth's harvest is ripe for reaping." The Cloud-Enthroned gave a mighty sweep of his sickle, began harvesting earth in a stroke.

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Freely you received, freely give.

Matthew 10:8 (NASB)

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Revelation 21:4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

GOD Bless!

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Served 15 families and 47 people Wed and Thur. God blessed in so many ways this week, people coming to ELC getting saved on Sunday, Testimony of God providing a job from prayer given in the pantry, people in the Journey class from pantry, and people coming on Harvest Sunday from the pantry. We were also blessed by a long time contributor to our ministry that provides us with 40 hams to give out for Thanksgiving........ Harvest the seed that's been planted!!!!!!

God is faithfull and we are Thankfull.

In Christ Love, Big V and Debbie G

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Deuteronomy 5:32 Ye shall observe to do therefore as the LORD your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.

GOD Bless!

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Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.
— Psalm 119:105 (NIV

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Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.
— Psalm 119:18 (NIV)

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— Psalm 46:10-11 —
He says, "Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth."
The LORD Almighty is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress.

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Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

Galatians 6:2 (ESV)

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Luke 22:42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.

GOD Bless!

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(Mat 6:14 NKJV) "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.

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Served a total of 26 families and 94 people, and each person recieved the blessing of God's love and provision, we are seeing the harvest manifested as people are attending ELC and signing up for Journey and Encounter weekends, testimony of answered prayer and many other blessings God's is doing. We are blessed to serve such an awesome God and are Thankful for everything He is doing as He reveals the those people we are to bring to Harvest Sunday Nov. 21st. God Bless, Big V and Debbie G.

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But just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not to please man, but to please God who tests our hearts.

1 Thessalonians 2:4 (ESV)

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Proverbs 23:26 My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways.

GOD Bless!

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Matthew 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

GOD Bless!

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— Proverbs 16:7 —
When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone's way,
he causes their enemies to make peace with them.

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In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

John 1:1 (NIV)

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You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 5:6-8

Served 21 families and 66 people this week.... God moved on peoples lives and they were touched.... Thank you Jesus!!!

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— 1 Corinthians 4:20 —
For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.

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I say to the LORD, “You are my Lord; I have no good apart from you.”

Psalm 16:2 (ESV)

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I Corinthians 6:19b-20
You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.

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Matthew 7:21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

GOD Bless!

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Ecclesiastes 3:15 That which hath been is now; and that which is to be hath already been; and God requireth that which is past.

GOD Bless!

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Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.

Hebrews 2:18 (NIV)

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Served 16 families and 55 people today.
Served 6 families and 22 people Wed night, for a total of 22 families and 77 people.
A total of 7 new families
The month of Oct we served 80 families and 283 people.

Had a wonderful day as we were praying a little 2 year old boy saw me praying for his Grandpa and after we were done he walked over and held his hand out and wanted to be prayed for..... Wow God moves in the hearts of children even in the food pantry.. Thank you Lord for blessing all those families today.

Please pray for more resources so we can keep blessing these peoples lives as God is breaking through and people are responding.

I also want to Thank God for the 2 lives that have come through our pantry and are attending Journey Class and will be going to Encounter in Feb. Please continue to pray for Brenda and her brother Bryon as they walk from receiving food to receiving spiritual provision as they stay connected to the ministries at ELC.

Our hearts are filled with JOY at how God is moving in our pantry.

In Christ Love, Big V & Debbie G.

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I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.

Psalm 4:8 (NLT)

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Prudent people have a quiet confidence. Insecure or uncertain people feel the need to prove themselves, but prudent people don't have to prove anything. They know they are capable, so they can get on with their work. Beware of showing off or being a "know-it-all." If you are modest, people may not notice you at first, but they will respect you later.

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Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him, and he with Me.

Revelation 3:20 (NASB)

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— Galatians 6:2-3 —
Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself.

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Don't be fooled by those who say such things, for bad company corrupts good character
~ 1 Corinthians 15:33, NLT

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Served 21 families and 76 people this week.... Thank you God!!!!

In today's world, people most often covet financial gain. Money represents power, influence and success. For many people, money is god. They think about little else. True, money can buy certain comforts and offer some security. But far more valuable than wealth is obedience to God because it is a heavenly treasure rather than an earthly one (Luke 12:33). We should do what God wants, regardless of the financial implications.

Find ways to Bless God's Kingdom and give into God's ministies.

We appreciate your Prayer and support. In Christ Love , Big V and Debbie G.

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The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.
Psalm 34:10

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Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.
Psalm 105:4

Seek His face not his hand.

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Depart from evil and do good; Seek peace and pursue it.

Psalm 34:14 (NASB)

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Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.
— Psalm 27:14 (NIV)

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Psalm 85:7Shew us thy mercy, O LORD, and grant us thy salvation.

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Matthew 5:19 Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.


GOD Bless!

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Behold, this is our God; we have waited for him, that he might save us.

Isaiah 25:9 (ESV)

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Served 3 families and 7 people Wed
Served 11 families and 40 people Thur

Please pray that God will provide more support from the community and to open up the hearts of other churches to invest in the community and congergation that are recieving help from our pantry, we need the Holy Spirit to direct and affect.

God Bless, Big V and Debbie G

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Psalm 119:34 Give me understanding, and I shall keep thy law; yea, I shall observe it with my whole heart.


GOD Bless!

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If you turn at my reproof, behold, I will pour out my spirit to you; I will make my words known to you.

Proverbs 1:23 (ESV)

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Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.
~ Proverbs 12:18, NLT

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Lamentations 3:41 Let us lift up our heart with our hands unto God in the heavens.


GOD Bless!

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Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry.
~ James 1:19, NLT

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He must become greater; I must become less.

John 3:30 (NIV)

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John 8:7 So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.


GOD Bless!

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Believers have the responsibility today of being God's witnesses, telling the world who God is and what he has done. Do people know what God is like through your words and example? They cannot see God directly, but they can see him reflected in you.

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John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.


GOD Bless!

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Many lives touched with healing and comfort today. Please keep in prayer Kim, her baby which is yet to be born has a hole in its heart, but after prayer today as Deb touched her stomach as we prayed we are bleieving God for a whole heart... Thank you Jesus. Pray also for Pete who lost his mom 2 days before his son was born, today he recieved comfort and encouragement and felt much better that God was blessing his life.

Served 11 families and 39 people Wed
15 families and 45 people Thur

We would also like to thank Sharon's sister who served today and is a missionary in Mexico and ask for prayer for her safety as she continues to minister to people in Mexico.Thanks!!!!

And remember this: If you hold out your not sold out!!!

In Christ Love, Big V and Debbie G.

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Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth.
~ Colossians 3:2, NLT

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A disciple must be careful with their inner circle of friends. Be friends with all but be influenced by those who are dedicated to God.

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Return home and tell how much God has done for you.

Luke 8:39 (NIV)

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Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.
~ Ephesians 5:1, NLT

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Luke 9:24–25
For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it. For what does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses or forfeits himself? (ESV)

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Luke 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?


GOD Bless!

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Isaiah 45:7 I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these things.


GOD Bless!

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Jeremiah 3:15 And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.


GOD Bless!

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Served 7 families, 33 people today. In the last 2 days 17 families, 85 people with 14 out of 17 families new to the pantry. Thank you Lord for your provision.

God Bless, Big V and Debbie G.

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Thanks to Tony and all who helped serve in the pantry tonight as Deb and I and Amanda were home sick, but recovering with God's help.

We served 10 families and 52 people this is our highest record for Wed night and we are Thankful for those who stepped in to serve in our absence as God used you to protect the harvest. Thanks, Big V and Debbie G.

Do not be grieved, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.

Nehemiah 8:10 (NASB)

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Deuteronomy 7:6 For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth.


GOD Bless!

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Luke 6:35 But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil.

GOD Bless!

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Jesus replied, I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry again. Whoever believes in me will never be thirsty
~ John 6:35, NLT

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Psalm 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.


GOD Bless!

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John 12:46 I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.


GOD Bless!

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Awesome day, sheleves empty, served 16 families and 60 people today, also had a God connection to spread the news about what God is doing in our pantry to the Madison community... Please pray for more connections and resources. God you know who they are so open hearts and funds to keep your ministry growing Reaching UP reaching OUT and Reaching Madison and BEYOND!!!!! ITs your City and your Church, and we get the opportunity to serve and bless our community.

In Christ LOVE, Big V and Debbie G.

ELC you are God's hand extended............THANKS

Just a side note: our current data base for the pantry is 355 families average household of 5 = 1775 indivduals per month breaks down to 443.75 individuals per week, which almost puts us at 500 a week being served per week so we are almost halfway to our 1k per week ............. WOW

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But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.

Galatians 5:16 (NASB)

Pantry Needs!!!!

Brown paper bags and plastic bags.

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Served 4 families and 23 people tonight, also sent 2 families to eat dinner with food vouchers, one family stayed and her son went to youth. This is a vision coming to reality moving families into the ministries of ELC, next step is to get them signed up fro Journey and Encounter weekend. Thank You Father for answering my prayers for the Food Pantry.

In Christ Love, Big V and Debbie G

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1 Peter 1:15 (The Message)

A Future in God
13-16So roll up your sleeves, put your mind in gear, be totally ready to receive the gift that's coming when Jesus arrives. Don't lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn't know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God's life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, "I am holy; you be holy."

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I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.

Psalm 34:4 (NIV)

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What will happen if we ever learn how to entertain His presence by waiting on Him? Is there any way to measure the potential of the supernatural power of God released in His people? If a city is to receive divine visitation, someone must learn how to host the Holy Spirit!
How are your personal "waiting skills"? Do you know how to make God feel at home in your home?

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God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Psalm 46:1 (NASB)

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Matthew 11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.


GOD Bless!

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My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him.
Psalm 62:1

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Wed served 2 families and 9 people, sent both families with vouchers for dinner for $1
Thur served 12 families and 36 people
We are blessed to have 2 of our 12:11 youth serving on Wed, Denisha and Olivia.. Thanks, You are a blessing

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Matthew 19:17 And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.


GOD Bless!

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The Lord is good to those who depend on him, to those who search for him.
~ Lamentations 3:25, NLT

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Jeremiah 17:10 I the LORD search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings.

GOD Bless!

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"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever."
Hebrews 13:8, NLT

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Isaiah 66:23 And it shall come to pass, that from one new moon to another, and from one sabbath to another, shall all flesh come to worship before me, saith the LORD.


GOD Bless!

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Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again, Rejoice!
— Philippians 4:4 (NIV)

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Therefore let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.

1 Peter 4:19 (ESV)

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"You thrill me, Lord, with all you have done for me! I sing for joy because of what you have done."
Psalm 92:4, NLT

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served 13 families and 41 people, 10 out of the 19 total we served are new families never using our pantry. We are having an impact and are yet to see the reward, but we are convinced the Holy Spirit is up to something bigger..... Keep investing and watch to see God's blessings!!!!
In Christ Love, Big V and Debbie G

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Mark 14:38 Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. The spirit truly is ready, but the flesh is weak.


GOD Bless!

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Psalm 34:19
Many are the afflictions of the righteous, But the Lord delivers him out of them all.

NKJ

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Mark 12:29-31 —
"The most important one," answered Jesus, "is this: 'Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.' The second is this: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no commandment greater than these."

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Served 5 families and 10 people, gave our 1st food voucher to a young mom and her 2 children, this is our vision that these families would connect to our church family and to the loveof Christ. Thank you Lord!!!!!

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My son, do not despise the LORD’s discipline and do not resent his rebuke, because the LORD disciplines those he loves.

Proverbs 3:11-12 (NIV)

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"Keep your servant from deliberate sins! Don't let them control me. Then I will be free of guilt and innocent of great sin."
Psalm 19:13, NLT

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Faith is like radar that sees through the fog – the reality of things at a distance that the human eye cannot see.

~ Corrie Ten Boolm

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For great is your love, reaching to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies.
Psalm 57:10

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"Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus."
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, NLT

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See to it that no one misses the grace of God.

Hebrews 12:15 (NIV)

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Revelation 22:14 Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.


GOD Bless!

Bread of Life Food Pantry

Served 22 families and 76 people.... Wow we are empty and God is providing to this community to be a blessing of Love and provision. We have such a great team of servants that allow the Holy Spirit to minister to lives. Here we come 1000 a week. We served 80 families in Aug and 300 people, we are projecting to be at 500 - 600 a month by the end of the year and if all projections are correct with Wed Grand opening starting this month connected to our CLIMB theme we figured we will be serving 1000 a month in 2011. Wow Lord we need you help.... So HELP!!!!!!

In Christ Love Big V & Debbie G

Keep up the donations and giving to the CLIMB voucher program, we Love ELC family!!!!! THANKS

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Children are likely to live up to what you believe of them.
~ Lady Bird Johnson

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The earth is filled with your love, O Lord; teach me your decrees.
— Psalm 119:64 (NIV)

Volunteer News

We are so blessed to have ELC youth helping in the pantry, and want to take the time to express our appreciation to Melody Krishnan and friends, David,Laura, Jessica, Rebecca and Shehide for walking through there neighborhood to ask for food donations for Bread of Life Food Pantry. Melody asked her dad if she could do this and her father called me last week to ask if they could make a flyer to hand out. As she and her dad walked into the pantry tonight Melody was overjoyed to report that they collected 111 items.... WOW what a joy to see a 13 year old young lady desire to bless our pantry and serve plus put her feet to her faith..... Thanks Melody and friends!!!!!

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Served 7 families and 17 people tonight. One lady broken by the Holy Spirit as a 13 year old youth from 12:11 prayed blessing in her life, and then this women asks if we had a bible, which my wife had just asked to have in the pantry to had out if needed. Also as this women was leaving she said she felt so much love and thanked us. Wow God is using our youth to bless people in need..... Thank you Lord!!!!

Your servents, Big V and Debbie G.

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2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.


GOD Bless!

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Revelation 3:19b-20, where Jesus commands us to be zealous and repent so He can share a meal with us.

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"Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart."
Colossians 4:2, NLT

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You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.

Genesis 50:20 (NIV)

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Forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:13-14 (ESV)

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Deuteronomy 7:9 Know therefore that the LORD thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations;


GOD Bless!

Bread of Life Food Pantry

Served many hungry families today, hungry fro a touch from God, Wow God is so amazing!!
Served 17 families and 69 people, for pantry shelves are empty again... Please consider how God is asking you to INVEST!!!!
Romans 12:4-5 (The Message)
4-6In this way we are like the various parts of a human body. Each part gets its meaning from the body as a whole, not the other way around. The body we're talking about is Christ's body of chosen people. Each of us finds our meaning and function as a part of his body. But as a chopped-off finger or cut-off toe we wouldn't amount to much, would we? So since we find ourselves fashioned into all these excellently formed and marvelously functioning parts in Christ's body, let's just go ahead and be what we were made to be, without enviously or pridefully comparing ourselves with each other, or trying to be something we aren't.

In Christ Love, Big V and Debbie G.

Bread of Life Food Pantry

Served 2 families and 10 total people tonight..... God your vision is bigger than what we see.We are expecting and praying for those families you desire to bring so they can become the Son's and Daughter's that belong in your family.

One of the key realities of Christianity is belonging. I belong! I belong to God. I belong to Jesus. I belong to Jesus' body, the Church. I have a place and a purpose in that body. I belong! I am needed! I have a job to do! I belong!!

We believe fro 1000 a week!!!!!

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And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.

Hebrews 10:24 (NIV)

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Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven.

Matthew 6:1 (ESV)

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The LORD of hosts has sworn: “As I have planned, so shall it be, and as I have purposed, so shall it stand.”

Isaiah 14:24 (ESV)

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Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.
Colossians 3:2

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The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him. Psalm 103:13 NLT

Pantry Needs!!!!

Thanks to our ELC family for steping up and investing in God's Kingdom. We appreciate all the flour and sugar already recieved and pray God will bless all those who have given. Thanks, Vito and Deb!!

Current needs:

Boxed cereals
Pancake mix
Canned Corn
Spagetti noodles, all pasta noodles
Canned our jared spagetti sauces
Bar soap
Shampoo, Conditioner
Towel Paper, Toilet Paper
Toothpaste
Diapers, 1,2,3,4,5

Thanks for your continued support!!!!

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Served 6 families, 19 people Wed night. Praise God!!!!
served 11 families, 45 people Thur for a total of 17 families and 64 people.

Colossians 3:12 (The Message)

12-14So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline. Be even-tempered, content with second place, quick to forgive an offense. Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master forgave you. And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It's your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it.

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God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Matthew 5:7 NLT

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If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness.

2 Corinthians 11:30 (NIV)

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He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.
Micah 6:8

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"But what about you?" Jesus asked. "Who do you say I am?" Peter answered, "You are the Christ."
Mark 8:29

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Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (ESV)

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I am still confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.
Psalm 27:13

Pantry Needs!!!!

We are currently in need of several things to keep our shelves full.
Diapers
Shampoos
Toothpaste
Bar soap
Canned Sauces
Flour
Sugar
Cake mixes
Boxed cereals
Toilet paper
Paper towel
Canned corn
Boxed Pastas and noodles
Spagti-o's, Chuncky soups

Always in need of brown bags.

We appreciate all your supports as we are determined to feed God's sheep.
John 6:35 (The Message)

35-38Jesus said, "I am the Bread of Life. The person who aligns with me hungers no more and thirsts no more, ever. I have told you this explicitly because even though you have seen me in action, you don't really believe me. Every person the Father gives me eventually comes running to me. And once that person is with me, I hold on and don't let go. I came down from heaven not to follow my own whim but to accomplish the will of the One who sent me.

Pantry Needs!!!!

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Served a total of 15 families and 60 people Wed and Thursday. Many people humbled and thankful today. I would also like to express Thanks to Rachel and Melody who have served all summer, what a blessing they have been, Rachel is going off to college and Melody back to middle school. Thanks for your servent hearts you are both gems in God's kingdom.

I would also like to welcome back Laura and Reggie as they have gone for the month of July, Laura had surgery and is recovering well. It is good to have the crew back. Also all our Aglow volunteers, we are truley blessed.

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Jesus replied, "What is impossible with men is possible with God."
Luke 18:27

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— Ephesians 3:12 —
In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.

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"In the Last Days," God says,
"I will pour out my Spirit
on every kind of people:
Your sons will prophesy,
also your daughters;
Your young men will see visions,
your old men dream dreams.
When the time comes,
I'll pour out my Spirit
On those who serve me, men and women both,
and they'll prophesy.

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For our present troubles are small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! 2 Corinthians 4:17 NLT

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Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
Romans 12:11

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"Spouting off before listening to the facts is both shameful and foolish."
Proverbs 18:13, NLT

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1 Thessalonians 5:17 Pray without ceasing.

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The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.
— Psalm 119:130 (NIV)
We served 6 toatl families on Wed night after church a small begining to a large vision God is going to manifest. Thursday we served 21 families and a total of 72 people, olur shelves are still full and the Holy Spirit is filling the vision with His power. Many people being ministerdd and the buzz is out that those served today asked about Wed night and opportunities to connect to ELC ministries.... Thank you Lord for another great week to feed Your sheep!!!!

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Some Christians believe that faith is a personal matter that should be kept to oneself. It is true that we shouldn't be boisterous or obnoxious in sharing our faith, but we should always be ready to give an answer, gently and respectfully, when asked about our faith, our lifestyle, or our Christian perspective. Can others see your hope in Christ? Are you prepared to tell them what Christ has done in your life?

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Let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.

Hebrews 10:22 (NASB)

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Back home tomarrow, excited to open our pantry Wed. Serving our community being the only pantry open at night, thenhaving the opportunity to draw families into our ELC family activities. Can't wait to see what God wants to do!!!!!! Thank God for a church with a Pastor who is not affraid to release God's vision. We are blessed!!!

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"A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare."
Proverbs 15:1, NLT

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Do not fear, only believe.

Mark 5:36 (ESV)

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You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.
— Psalm 119:114 (NIV)

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For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.

Ecclesiastes 3:1 (ESV)

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For nothing is hidden, except to be revealed; nor has anything been secret, but that it would come to light.

Mark 4:22 (NASB)

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Had 10 families today, including a family of 11, 4 or 5 new families. Blackhawk didn't get there b4 130 so I called and they weren't sure if they would be able to make it by 3, otherwise they would try again tomorrow to drop off (but I can't be there). Rachel, Meloday, Lou Pierce, Raveena and Deneisha volunteered today. Good day in the pantry!!!!!!!

Thanks to all who helped while Deb and I are on Vacation, and a special Thanks to Sharyl!!!!!
We are excited to get back and open our 1st Wed night Aug 4th, God is so amazing and will supply all our needs.

In Christ Love, Big V

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"Like newborn babies, you must crave pure spiritual milk so that you will grow into a full experience of salvation. Cry out for this nourishment..."
1 Peter 2:2, NLT

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I cast my cares upon You because I know You care for me. I've made up my mind and settled it in my heart: As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord .

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Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
1 Corinthians 15:58

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Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.

Colossians 3:17 (NASB)

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Often the best way to influence someone is to pray for him or her. Paul's prayer for the Philippians was that they would be united in love. Their love was to result in greater knowledge of Christ and deeper insight (moral discernment). Their love was not based on feelings but on what Christ had done for them. As you grow in Christ's love, your heart and mind must grow together. Is your love and insight growing?
Philippians 1:9-11

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Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud...It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.

1 Corinthians 13:4 (NIV)

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Praying for the food pantry today that God will continue to meet people,s needs, and the Holy Spirit is free to accomplish His work.Thanks Sharyl for filling in while we are gone we appreciate your heart to serve.

The value of consistent prayer is not that He will hear us, but that we will hear Him.

~ William McGill
God I ask you to have your complete way today, and Holy Spirit do your work of opening hearts to recieve the truth of freedom by experiencing the Cross and the Fathers love. Amen!!!

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I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on your laws.
— Psalm 119:30 (NIV)

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Your life is your responsibility. That is simultaneously a sobering obligation and a fantastic opportunity.



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You would not exist if you did not have something to bring to the table of life.

~ Herbie Hancock

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Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:6 (NIV)

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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

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Served 10 families and 40 people. Another glorious day with many needs being provided and hearts filled with hope.

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Holy Spirit, today I willingly and decisively give up the immoral habits in my life. I recognize that these not only offend your holiness and grace, but also harden me to your will, pull me away from your character, and blunt my witness to others. Please forgive me and sustain me as I seek to live a life wholly pleasing to you. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

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More than that, I count all things to be loss in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them but rubbish so that I may gain Christ.

Philippians 3:8 (NASB)

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Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.
1 John 4:11

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Psalm 70 (The Message)

Psalm 70
A David Prayer
1-3 God! Please hurry to my rescue! God, come quickly to my side!
Those who are out to get me—
let them fall all over themselves.
Those who relish my downfall—
send them down a blind alley.
Give them a taste of their own medicine,
those gossips off clucking their tongues.

4 Let those on the hunt for you
sing and celebrate.
Let all who love your saving way
say over and over, "God is mighty!"

5 But I've lost it. I'm wasted.
God—quickly, quickly!
Quick to my side, quick to my rescue!
God, don't lose a minute.


Praise is important because it helps us remember who God is. Often our prayers are filled with requests for ourselves and others, and we forget to thank God for what he has done and to worship him for who he is. Don't take God for granted and treat him as a vending machine. Even when David was afraid, he praised God.

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Therefore, let us offer through Jesus a continual sacrifice of praise to God, proclaiming our allegiance to his name. Hebrews 13:15 NLT

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For whatever overcomes a person, to that he is enslaved.

2 Peter 2:19 (ESV)

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Public opinion changes and is unreliable, but God's Word is constant. Only in God's eternal Word will we find lasting solutions to our problems and needs.

Bread of Life food pantry

15 families served and 65 people, The last lady we served today said that if we were not there today she was ready to give up..... Wow God your love and care for that women is why ELC has a food pantry ministry..... Thanks to all who have labored and invested to see this ministry continue and Thanks to our Pastor who recieves visions from God that scare us but also challenges our faith......

God is good and His mercy endures forever!!!!

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Joyfully celebrate the good fortune of others. Graciously accept and appreciate the value that their accomplishments add to all of life.

God bless our Pastor and staff at ELC as they have blessed and invested so much into our lives and given up so much of there's. Just say Thanks and find a way to bless them today!!!!!!

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— Psalm 37:37-40 —
Consider the blameless, observe the upright;
there is a future for the man of peace.
But all sinners will be destroyed;
the future of the wicked will be cut off.
The salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord;
he is their stronghold in time of trouble.
The Lord helps them and delivers them;
he delivers them from the wicked and saves them,
because they take refuge in him.

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When we look at the vast expanse of creation, we wonder how God could be concerned for people who constantly disappoint him. Yet God created us only a little lower than himself or the angels! The next time you question your worth as a person, remember that God considers you highly valuable. We have great worth because we bear the stamp of the Creator. Because God has already declared how valuable we are to him, we can be set free from feelings of worthlessness.
(Barbra Lehrman)

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While you are proclaiming peace with your lips, be careful to have it even more fully in your heart. - Saint Francis of Assisi

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Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.

1 John 2:6 (ESV)

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When we do something well, we want to tell others and be recognized. But recognition is dangerous — it can lead to inflated pride. How much better it is to seek the praise of God rather than the praise of people. Then, when we receive praise, we will be free to give God the credit. What should you change about the way you live in order to receive God's commendation?

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I will not be defined by my sin as I am refined by the cross.

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And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Romans 8:28 (NIV)

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Righteous Father, please help me guard my heart and be wise enough not to place things into it that would rob it of its devotion to you. I want to be pure through and through. Please search me and help me remove everything that would steal my devotion from you and that would ruin my influence with others for you. In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen.

Bread of Life Food Pantry

Served 18 Families and a total of 75 people. The month of June we served 65 Families and 245 people. We are expecting July to hit 100 families and 350 - 400 people this will be moving closer to Pastors vision of 1000 people a week, we believe in August we will reach 500 - 600 people per week as we open the pantry on Wed nights, being the only exclusive food pantry open at night, we also need plenty of food drives and volunteers as this will increase our service to the community and be God's love extended as we try to feed God's sheep....... We will also be using Wed as an outreach to move the people coming on Wed into our church family ativities, CCK, 12:11 Youth, and other Wed night opportunities. As I sat in the pantry today preparing my thoughts for the day, I was moved by the scripture in Psalms 119:45 - I will walk in freedom, for I have devoted myself to your commandments. I would like to challenge everyone who calls themselves a disciple including me, to examine the word DEVOTED, The dictionary says this, A zealous attachment, loyalty and affectionate. God spoke to me 3 things that attach themselves to letter E which should be our mission, Evangelism as the title and the action E's are:
Excitment - Zealous attachment
Effort - Develops loyalty
Energy - Which produces an affectionate love that comes from the Holy Spirit

We appreciate our Pastor and his loving heart to Reach up, Reach out and Reach Madison and beyond, but we need the whole body to function in Evangelism that will take excitment,effort and energy from you and I, so please consider what God is asking us to do to expand His Kingdom and win the lost. Thanks, Big V & Debbie G.
Thank you Lord for the hearts of your people who are willing to support Your vision.....

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Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.

~ Vincent van Gogh

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Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.
Psalm 42:11
God, help me discern today what my life is intended to fulfill in your plan.

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It is to a man's honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.
Proverbs 20:3

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If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.

Psalm 66:18 (NIV)

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There is no hiding from God, but for those who willingly and joyously seek him, there is comfort, power, and hope in knowing his presence is ever with us.

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Served 16 families and 70 people...... The joy of the Lord filled the room.

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Welcome new volunteer's, Rachael Krishnan & Melody Krishnan, what a joy to see young people wanting to serve. We welcome all our youth to sign up and serve. Please contact Vito & Debbie Griseta 608-609-8831 or e-mail at redeyedvito@gmail.com

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Galatians 6:9 (The Message)

9-10So let's not allow ourselves to get fatigued doing good. At the right time we will harvest a good crop if we don't give up, or quit. Right now, therefore, every time we get the chance, let us work for the benefit of all, starting with the people closest to us in the community of faith.

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Taste and see that the LORD is good.

Psalm 34:8 (NIV)

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Galatians 6 (The Message)
6Be very sure now, you who have been trained to a self-sufficient maturity, that you enter into a generous common life with those who have trained you, sharing all the good things that you have and experience.

7-8Don't be misled: No one makes a fool of God. What a person plants, he will harvest. The person who plants selfishness, ignoring the needs of others—ignoring God!—harvests a crop of weeds. All he'll have to show for his life is weeds! But the one who plants in response to God, letting God's Spirit do the growth work in him, harvests a crop of real life, eternal life.

9-10So let's not allow ourselves to get fatigued doing good. At the right time we will harvest a good crop if we don't give up, or quit. Right now, therefore, every time we get the chance, let us work for the benefit of all, starting with the people closest to us in the community of faith.

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Micah 6:6-8, God requires of His people justice, mercy and humility.

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The man who can't dance thinks the band is no good.

-Polish Proverb

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Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.

~ Anon.

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Don't you know that you yourselves are God's temple and that God's Spirit lives in you?
1 Corinthians 3:16

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Served 12 families and 48 people, Prayed for God's conviction to bring correction allowing the Holy Spirit to confirm direction. Our action must show a Christ like reflection, everthing else is a false perception with sinful deception.

"Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others."
Proverbs 12:15, NLT

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— Romans 8:38-39 —
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

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For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.

Isaiah 41:13 (NIV)

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The greatest gift I can give my father, and my Father, is to be righteous in my heart and life.

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Our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.
— Philippians 3:20 (NIV)

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...so it is with Christ's body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. Romans 12:5 NLT

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Relying on God for the outcome requires acceptance of the outcome no matter how different it is from what was expected, its what God wants!

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"Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock."
Matthew 7:24-25

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Colossians 1:12 NKJV
giving thanks to the Father who has qualified us to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in the light.

Bread of Life food pantry

20 families, 72 people served today. God continues to direct the river through the food pantry. Please continue to pray and support God's work at ELC as we are heading into a great expansion in every outreach of His Spirit. Please consider serving or giving to our pantry as we are in need of paper products, diapers, shampoo's,conditioners,soft soap, toothpaste or whatever God lays on your heart.

We are still in need of volunteers for shopping, stocking and serving in the pantry on Thurs 10am - 1pm...... and in Aug we will be open to serve on Wed nights from 4:30 - 6:15pm.
If interested please contact Edith Hilliard, Vito & Debbie Griseta 608-609-8831

God Bless and thanks ELC for your support!!!!!!

Dont forget Pastor's vision to serve 1000 people a week which calculate to about 400 families each week, remember if the vision isnt scary then its not from God.

In Chris Love, Big V

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One doesn't discover new lands without consenting to lose sight of shore for a very long time.

~ André Gide

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"I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord.""
Psalm 122:1, NLT

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It is the heart which experiences God, not the reason.

~ Blaise Pascal

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"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
John 16:33

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But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy.

Titus 3:4-5 (ESV)

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14 families, 53 people served today.God was so amazing because people are coming in so hungry for God's touch. Today 3 or 4 people asked for specific needs before we even started praying....... People are hungry for a true touch from God, brokeness continues people being ministered to by the Holy Spirit!!!!
Thank you Jesus you still desire to seek and save those who are lost and hurting deeper than we can reach. When alter is prepaired they will respond and request what they need because they know Daddy is in the house and want to meet every need.

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Why is it so hard to endure an unjust or unfair criticism? Why do we always have to defend ourselves no matter how ridiculous the charge? Often the problems we have with others simply escalate because we do not choose to forgive and let them go on in the Lord!

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"Pride leads to disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom."
Proverbs 11:2, NLT

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In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.

Romans 8:26 (NASB)

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Psalm 9:10 NKJV
And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; For You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.

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“Can anyone hide himself in secret places, so I shall not see him?” says the LORD; “Do I not fill heaven and earth?”

Jeremiah 23:24 (NKJV)

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In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortal man do to me?
— Psalm 56:4 (NIV)

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But just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not to please man, but to please God who tests our hearts.

1 Thessalonians 2:4 (ESV)

When your speaking is the Holy Spirit leaking?

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"Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins."
1 Peter 4:8, NLT

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— Psalm 107:8-9 —
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love
and his wonderful deeds for men,
or he satisfies the thirsty
and fills the hungry with good things.


"Pride slays thanksgiving, but a humble mind is the soil of which thanks naturally grows. A proud man is seldom a thankful man, for he never thinks he gets as much as he deserves." — Henry Ward Beecher

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We served 15 families and 42 people today, many needs that the Holy Spirit touched. There was one women who was broken as soon as we prayed she broke down started weeping because her husband had passed away from a unexpected heart attack. In her brokeness she recieved love and care through the touch of women volenteers. You see we never know what people are going through, but thank God we are there to comfort and care. How blessed to be part of this ministry and just be availible to care for God's little lambs.

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The law was added so that the trespass might increase. But where sin increased, grace increased all the more, so that, just as sin reigned in death, so also grace might reign through righteousness to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Romans 5:20-21

Without the Spirit of God and His grace we can not recieve a Breakthrough. It is impossible to think that we can overcome sin and our sinful nature in our own strength and power, that would be considered a Break In which means having elegale access,but when we recieve Jesus He comes the eternal access that brings life and Breakthrough from the cross and out of the tomb the Holy Spirit has rescued you.

Be blessed, Big V

Looking for small Breakthroughs in the Food pantry today God, please Holy Spirit go before us and prepair the way. Amen!!!

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Every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything.
Hebrews 3:4
Who is your contractor?
Have you given Him full authority to build it to His specifications?

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Have a brake on your tongue; hit the throttle on your ears. Let your angry email sit three days before responding and make sure you read it and edit it before you send it. Keep your mouth shut and your ears open. They all say the same thing. Now if we would just do it, wouldn't the Christian community be so much more blessed!

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Happiness is not a state to arrive at, but a manner of traveling.

~ Margaret Lee Runback

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But Lord, be merciful to us, for we have waited for you. Be our strong arm each day and our salvation in times of trouble. Isaiah 33:2 NLT

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Never underestimate the potential of one encounter! Don't take the events and “coincidences” of life for granted. Prepare for your tomorrow by immersing yourself today in the fragrant perfume of worship, in prayer and careful attention to God's Word. Be prepared for every strategic encounter and divine appointment that God brings into your life. Be prepared!

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Proverbs 11:3 NKJV
The integrity of the upright will guide them, But the perversity of the unfaithful will destroy them.

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Another awesome day serving at ELC Bread of Life CHURCH Pantry. We served 15 families and a total of 60 people. Many needs met by the Spirit bringing Life people recieving prayer and provision. John 6:63 (New International Version)
63 The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit[a] and they are life.
One of our volunteers brother was laid off and she invited him to call in today, after praying for him I asked if he had a church he attended and he said no, but if his sister would go he would go..... Wow what revelation she recieved as she felt God speaking to her that her example would effect her brothers desire to connect to God. You see it is up to us to show Jesus and be the example people are waiting for. How amny people in your life is seeing life lived out in you? Waiting for you to go to church and take them with..... Jesus is the spirit of Life asking YOU to ask and bring so that God can do His thing to bring life to everything.
In Christ Love, Disciple's V and Sister D

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Unity comes from God's Spirit as we follow Jesus. But, unity has a purpose much deeper than our getting along with each other. Jesus prayed we would be one so that the world would know that God sent Jesus into the world as his Son (John 17). We want to be united so that our praise can bring glory to God. Unity is far more than a goal. Unity is a process through which the world learns of Jesus. At the same time, we glorify the Father who sent Jesus to save us. Leading others to Jesus and glorifying God are what living for Jesus is all about! Let's make unity our passion!

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"I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them."
1 Timothy 2:1, NLT

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God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.
— Hebrews 6:10 (NIV)

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God's plan to save us is incredible. His blueprints for the creation of our universe are beyond our imagining. He is so rich in wisdom and knowledge. What else can we do but go to him and ask him to open our minds to his work and his will in our lives.

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1 John 5:14-15

Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.

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Philippians 1:6 AMP
And I am convinced and sure of this very thing, that He Who began a good work in you will continue until the day of Jesus Christ [right up to the time of His return], developing [that good work] and perfecting and bringing it to full completion in you.

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As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother's womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the Maker of all things.
— Ecclesiastes 11:5 (NIV)

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"The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace."
Psalm 29:11, NASB

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You created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
— Psalm 139:13-14 (NIV)
This is exactley how God feels about those being served in the food pantry, we had another spiritual productive day as we served 12 families but a total of 58 people, big families today with one women having 11 chirdren all her own, another family of 9 and 8, but the biggest testimony today was a lady who said that a few weeks ago she came for the Benevolence and Ruth Campbell prayed for her to find a job and the next week she got a job. God is that concerned about supplying every need and His power is active even with the Faith Community Network at ELC. Do you know full well how much God cares about you and see you as a finished work a complete whole body?

Thank you Jesus!!!
In Christ Love, Big V

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For in truth, no one is really timid and weak who knowingly leans upon the assistance of God.

~ Francis Xavier

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Romans 8:1-2 (The Message)

Romans 8
The Solution Is Life on God's Terms
1-2With the arrival of Jesus, the Messiah, that fateful dilemma is resolved. Those who enter into Christ's being-here-for-us no longer have to live under a continuous, low-lying black cloud. A new power is in operation. The Spirit of life in Christ, like a strong wind, has magnificently cleared the air, freeing you from a fated lifetime of brutal tyranny at the hands of sin and death.

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"What joy for the nation whose God is the Lord, whose people he has chosen as his inheritance."
Psalm 33:12, NLT

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Be kind and compassionate -- two qualities that seem to be in short supply. Maybe it's because we hold up the wrong heroes. Unfortunately these two qualities are often seen as signs of weakness rather than strength. To forgive as God forgave us requires great courage and great strength. So let's be strong!

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The word transcendence which means surpassing, beyond, above in excellence, in splendor, in majesty, in attribute, in beauty. Whatever term we use to describe God, He is always beyond that description. How "beyond" is your view of God right now?

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The right thing is so hard to do sometimes. It seems so much easier to gossip about someone who has wronged us, or to mention them in a group prayer as needing help, or to pass around an innuendo when talking about struggling Christians. But, only one thing is the right thing when we have been wounded by the action of another brother or sister in Christ! Go to the person who has wronged you, try to keep the damage contained to just the two of you, and work on being reconciled. This is God's desire, and should be our goal as his children.

Matthew 18:15 (The Message)

15-17"If a fellow believer hurts you, go and tell him—work it out between the two of you. If he listens, you've made a friend. If he won't listen, take one or two others along so that the presence of witnesses will keep things honest, and try again. If he still won't listen, tell the church. If he won't listen to the church, you'll have to start over from scratch, confront him with the need for repentance, and offer again God's forgiving love.

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2 Timothy 1:3 NKJV
I thank God, whom I serve with a pure conscience, as my forefathers did, as without ceasing I remember you in my prayers night and day,

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Do you wonder about His wonders, or do you wonder why your not seeing His wonders? I'm sure God wonders why we wander from the alter, because it's on our knees that we will not falter.


Luke 5 - Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible
Levi called, Christ's answer to the Pharisees.

It was a wonder of Christ's grace, that he would call a publican to be his disciple and follower. It was a wonder of his grace, that the call was made so effectual. It was a wonder of his grace, that he came to call sinners to repentance, and to assure them of pardon. It was a wonder of his grace, that he so patiently bore the contradiction of sinners against himself and his disciples. It was a wonder of his grace, that he fixed the services of his disciples according to their strength and standing. The Lord trains up his people gradually for the trials allotted them; we should copy his example in dealing with the weak in faith, or the tempted believer.

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Luke 9:24 NKJV
For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it.

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The enemy has no remedy, but Jesus Christ will make it right!!!!

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Psalm 34:7 NKJV
The angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear Him, And delivers them.

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"In him lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge."
Colossians 2:3, NLT

Wow God continues to move in the food pantry, prayer, presence and power. I want express thanks to Pastor for taking the time to come and pray for a young man who's sister was a member of our church years ago, but has gone to be with the Lord. This young man has cancer and was feeling hopeless, Pastor prayed and could feel God doing something, so continue to pray for Steven. God was also using the gift of prophecy speaking directly to peoples lives in a personal way. The river is running rapid and the current is sweeping and swift as the Holy Spirit's manifested power connects and convicts. I am blessed to see those serving be filled with faith to destroy the works of the enemy and take back the territory and proclaim victory.
He holds the keys to everything we do and wants to open and expand His influence to the whole city of Madison revealing the cross and Christ to transform lives.

In Christ LOVE, Big V

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1 Timothy 3:7 (The Message)
Are you ready to be a leader?
1 Timothy 3
Leadership in the Church
1-7If anyone wants to provide leadership in the church, good! But there are preconditions: A leader must be well-thought-of, committed to his wife, cool and collected, accessible, and hospitable. He must know what he's talking about, not be overfond of wine, not pushy but gentle, not thin-skinned, not money-hungry. He must handle his own affairs well, attentive to his own children and having their respect. For if someone is unable to handle his own affairs, how can he take care of God's church? He must not be a new believer, lest the position go to his head and the Devil trip him up. Outsiders must think well of him, or else the Devil will figure out a way to lure him into his trap.

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All I have seen teaches me to trust the Creator for all I have not seen.

~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Let's be humble and call upon the Lord, throwing off our sin and seeking after him!

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Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
— Romans 12:12 (NIV)

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"God's voice is glorious in the thunder. We can't even imagine the greatness of his power."
Job 37:5, NLT

Thank you Lord for showing up today, it was amazing service and great testimonies.

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Through the authority of Jesus my brother and by the grace of your interceding Holy Spirit, I offer you my thanks and love this day. Amen.

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Philippians 4:19 (Amplified Bible)
19And my God will liberally supply ([a]fill to the full) your every need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

Fill to the FULL !!!! God spoke to me late last night about how He is going to make an exception to your case, but we must come into agreement with His word.

2 Corinthians 9:8 (The Message)

This most generous God who gives seed to the farmer that becomes bread for your meals is more than extravagant with you. He gives you something you can then give away, which grows into full-formed lives, robust in God, wealthy in every way, so that you can be generous in every way, producing with us great praise to God.

Extravagant exception to be a firery reflection of Christ Love and affection.

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"Come and see what our God has done, what awesome miracles he performs for people!"
Psalm 66:5, NLT

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"Come and see what our God has done, what awesome miracles he performs for people!"
Psalm 66:5, NLT

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Speaking the truth is hard enough. You mean I have to do it in love? Yes, if I am to be Christ's man or woman, I must speak to others as he did.

Any concern too small to be turned into a prayer is too small to be made into a burden.~ Corrie ten Boom

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Conquering King, Immortal God, I look forward to the day of your ultimate triumph in our world. Until that day, I pray that your Kingdom may be reflected in my ministry, my family and my life.

I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth.— Job 19:25 (NIV)

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"…Great and marvelous are your works, O Lord God, the Almighty. Just and true are your ways, O King of the nations."
Revelation 15:3, NLT

Each day comes bearing its own gifts. Untie the ribbons.~ Ruth Ann Schabacker

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God, you are all powerful and yet you emptied yourself to redeem me. May I be more selfless in my attitude and treatment of others, more like Jesus is with me. In Christ' name, I pray. Amen.

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"How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them."
Psalm 111:2, NLT

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The Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost.
— Luke 19:10 (NIV)
I am so thankful that when Jesus came to earth He was not our judge but our Savior, He is our friend. I promise to live today more aware of God's love for the lost because I know what it means to be found. Through Jesus my Lord, I am Thankful for the cross and salvation that causes me to walk in Freedom.

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I believe; help my unbelief!

~ Mark 9:24

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Jesus is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.
— Hebrews 7:25 (NIV)

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"By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence."
2 Peter 1:3, NLT

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"For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don't use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love."
Galatians 5:13, NLT

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It is written, "As surely as I live," says the Lord, "every knee will bow before me; every tongue will confess to God."
— Romans 14:11 (NIV)

Yes, every knee will bow. But ours already do. We live in anticipation of the day when all peoples will bow before our King. Until that day, let's do all we can to make sure as many as we can influence bow before Jesus on that Day in joy and not in fear!

I Thank God for Salvation today in Bread of Life Food Pantry!!!!!!! Knee bowed, confession made and Angels rejoice!!!!

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Has the level of hunger in your heart been rising? Have you noticed anything strange taking place in your church or in other churches across the nation and the world? What are you prepared to do about it? Are you really prepared for the life change that comes with a God encounter at the face place? By,GodChasers.Network is a ministry of Tommy Tenney

First I want to Praise God for what He is doing at our Church, ELC is becoming that Life giving, Life transforming Body of Christ, from Journey to D1, D2 and beyond (D3) God is invading our privacy to revel His Presence and bring people to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. We are rejoicing with the Angels, another lost child has come home, we were blessed to see and lead Mary Jo to Jesus today in the food pantry.... Thank You Lord!!!! and for the Holy Spirit for channeling Brokenness, and deep Spiritual Healing as we prayer blessing into lives today. Several people were just weeping as we held their hands being touched by God's Love for them. The atmosphere was heavy with His Presence, you could feel Him walking down the isle of the pantry releasing Brokenness,Salvation, Healing and JOY!!!!

Are we willing to stand in the gap to be a channel that the Holy Spirit passes threw to connect to those lost and dis-connected from the Cross and the Savior who is asking you today....... Would you feed my sheep, Please, PLEASE FEED MY SHEEP!!!!!!

In Christ Love, Big V

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God holds his children of faith in his hand. As long as their lives are entrusted to him and his grace, no one or nothing can steal them away.

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If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.

~ John Quincy Adams

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Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting? The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
— 1 Corinthians 15:55-57 (NIV)

The Super Bowl and World Series are played every year. The champion is a victor for only one year. But a Christian is a champion forever because in Jesus, a Christian has victory over death.

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Imagine Jesus being proud of you! He said if we confess him before others here on earth, he will speak up for us in heaven. Confessing Jesus as our Lord is simply acknowledging the truth. But for believers, it is more than that, since at the close of time every knee will bow and every tongue confess his name. For us, confessing Jesus is anticipating his triumph in which we will share.

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For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.
— 1 Corinthians 1:18 (NIV)

But, the greatest power ever unleashed on this earth was the power displayed when the Almighty God held back his might and fury while his Son was persecuted and murdered on the cross. He did it so he could save us. Now that's an awesome display of power, and it was displayed specifically for us!

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Wow God You are so awesome to allow us to just have a part in blessing lives. Today the Holy Spirit was present to minister to people in need, the newness and freshness of God's Glory was evident and enriching. We are seeing growth in those who are serving, our first recruits that were recieving from the pantry have now been serving 2 weeks and are taking the blessing they had recieved and are blessing others with a heart to serve. Laura and Reginald Hill have come to our pantry for years and about 3 months ago Laura gave her heart to the Lord in the pantry recieving Jesus and a new start, and a month later is serving with her Nephew Reginald blessing others being true disciples and followers of the one who saves and sets us free to do His work. You should see the look on their faces as they serve with such JOY, you can see the transformation of God's love as they show their excitement to serve, you dont even have to ask they just are happy to serve the King. This should make us think as believers in the church where is our JOY to serve with a smile and excitement to show God we are available to do what He asks.

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Isaiah 41:10 (The Message)

8-10"But you, Israel, are my servant.
You're Jacob, my first choice,
descendants of my good friend Abraham.
I pulled you in from all over the world,
called you in from every dark corner of the earth,
Telling you, 'You're my servant, serving on my side.
I've picked you. I haven't dropped you.'
Don't panic. I'm with you.
There's no need to fear for I'm your God.
I'll give you strength. I'll help you.
I'll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.

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If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
-- 2 Chronicles 7:14

The face of a mann will always deliver God's plan.

Jesus came as a man to deliver God's plan.

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The story of the Gospel is simple. The grace of the Gospel is glorious. The sacrifice of the Gospel is incomprehensible. The victory of the Gospel is eternal. The core of the Gospel is Christ and the Cross.

1 Corinthians 15:1-4 (The Message)

1-2Friends, let me go over the Message with you one final time— this Message that I proclaimed and that you made your own; this Message on which you took your stand and by which your life has been saved. (I'm assuming, now, that your belief was the real thing and not a passing fancy, that you're in this for good and holding fast.)
3-9The first thing I did was place before you what was placed so emphatically before me: that the Messiah died for our sins, exactly as Scripture tells it; that he was buried; that he was raised from death on the third day, again exactly as Scripture says; that he presented himself alive to Peter, then to his closest followers, and later to more than five hundred of his followers all at the same time, most of them still around (although a few have since died); that he then spent time with James and the rest of those he commissioned to represent him; and that he finally presented himself alive to me. It was fitting that I bring up the rear. I don't deserve to be included in that inner circle, as you well know, having spent all those early years trying my best to stamp God's church right out of existence.

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"I blew it!" Come to think of it, we've all blown it! We don't measure up. We're not divine. We might be decent, but decent won't save us. Only the divine, the truly righteous, make it past the grave and into glory. Thank God grace is freely given and the price for our sin was paid by Jesus. While I "blew it," he renewed it!

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Today, I renew my commitment to the last thing Jesus left before his transition back to the Father and the first thing that He’s coming back for – his victorious, influential, and powerful institution – the church. Will you vote with me?

Scripture Of The Day: "And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it." - Matthew 16:18v (NKJV)

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Amazing Sunday at ELC, God continues to reveal His nature in transforming lives. I have never seen the kind of humilty that I experienced this weekend, and I cant say enough about our leaders and how FULL of the Holy Spirit they were. And our Pastor John Clark, God gave me a renewed respect for this Man of God. The raidiance of God has been released and we are that raidiant Bride.

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At just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
— Romans 5:6-8 (NIV)

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"Grace, mercy, and peace, which come from God the Father and from Jesus Christ—the Son of the Father—will continue to be with us who live in truth and love."
2 John 1:3, NLT

God's Word

The Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.— Hebrews 1:3 (NIV)

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We are seeing God do great things in the pantry, last week we served 22 families and 86 total people. The Faith Community Network is at full strength with increased numbers for the pantry and benevolence, with 1o families receiving help then being sent to our pantry for food. Jesus declares in John 6:35 "I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me will never go hungry, and he who believes in Me will never be thirsty. Not only are we meeting the physical needs of the community but also touching lives spiritually with prayers of God's blessing in each individual that walks in our doors. We have had salvation and most recent a women that came to the pantry a month ago and now is connected to a cell group and soon to take the Journey class...... Wow God You are so Awesome!!!! We are seeing true Disciples leading people to Jesus and the Victories of the Cross, Forgiveness, Healing, Provision and Triumph!!!! Come be part of God's hand extended and serve those in need...... Please see Vito or Deb Griseta or contact Edith who heads up our Faith Community Network and receive a 4th dimensional blessing.

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Awesome day in pantry God continues to bless the people in need.