I mentioned how my sister and myself organized a clothing/food drive to help the tornado victims in the South. Are original destination was Tuscaloosa, AL, however, after the more resent tornado in Joplin, MO that is where we went.
The out pour of donations was beyond what we expected. A family friend, who was one of the drivers, raised almost $2,000.00 to buy food and supplies to bring down. The truck was as full as it could be.
I am sure you know, whenever you are doing something for God and His Kingdom, the enemy will attack you.
The truck was loaded up and my father, brother-in-law and family friend set out of western MA. They drove about five hours and the truck broke down. They had to stay in a hotel and wait for the truck to be repaired. The next day they drove a couple hours and the truck completely died. There was no saving it. It is now the Saturday before Memorial Day. Not much was opened and what was most trucks were already rented, but God provided. They were able to secure a trailer. My mother drove out to meet them in Erie, PA and they continued on their way.
They drove through the day and night and arrived in Joplin safely. My mother told me she was almost glad they arrived at night time because what she did see was absolutely heartbreaking. They delivered the items so were able to see some of the shelters. My mother said children were lined up in a huge room sleeping on the floors with little feet sticking out of the blankets. I can not imagine what they are going through. The thought of my children being in a situation like that makes me sick to my stomach.
I continue to pray for all who have be affected by these storms, please do the same.
My mother did tell me something that made my heart skip a bit. She said as they were driving, there out of nowhere stood, with their lights on, Hobby Lobby. I mentioned before Hobby Lobby is owned by a very openly Christian man. I can only see this as a sign that God is here. Even in the middle of all the destruction and devastation, God is here. He will never leave.
When my mother told me that it gave me a little peace of mind.
God loves you.
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