IDES – Aug 8 2016 – NEW Text Alert Group, Devotional and more
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Mon. Aug. 8th – Devotional
Have you watched the news recently? The world can be a pretty dark place. But, we worship the God of Light.
“Just as our Creator made light shine out of the darkness in the very beginning of the universe, He is still making light shine out of the darkness of human hearts being transformed by Jesus Christ.”
Click the graphic above to read more of this week’s Devotional blog.
From Wed. Aug. 3rd – Project Story
“Giving a “hand-out” is a short-term event that includes little more than providing a single object of assistance or relief during a community’s time of need. Giving a “hand-up” is a long-term process that includes building relationships and strategically assisting communities in a way that promotes their ability to stand on their own feet. The difference in effectiveness between these two is tremendous, especially for provoking Gospel-sharing opportunities.”
Read more about how you have helped farmers in Mexico and Haiti by clicking the picture above!
Do you feel like God is a “Daddy” to you? The Devotional blog from last week is sure to be an encouragement to your faith. Check it out here.
It has now been over 3 months since the major earthquake that shook communities in Ecuador. Many lost their lives and many more lost their homes. IDES’ mission partners are stil l hard at work during the long-term recovery process. Learn more about the beautiful things God is doing in Ecuador by clicking here.
Gift Matching Can Double or Even Triple the Impact of Your Contributions!
If you have recently made a gift to IDES and work for a company that matches employee’s donations to qualified charities, we would love to apply for inclusion in their matching gift program.
Please send us the program guidelines by mail or email and we will investigate our eligibility. You can contact us in one of the following ways:
By mail: IDES / PO Box 379 / Noblesville, IN 46061-0379