The Gospel According to You!

I love the four Gospels that start the New Testament of the Bible. Because it is a true historical account of the work and life of Christ the Son of God.... A historical sequence from His birth to His ascension into heaven. Each written for a purpose, with its own theme and personality.

The Gospel of Matthew- He was a tax collector and whose theme is that Jesus was indeed the promised Messiah of the Nation of Israel. Written around 65 to 75 AD for the Jews to point them to Christ, their long awaited Messiah.  

The Gospel of Mark who is John Mark a companion of Peter whose theme is about a compassionate Savior through His acts of service and acts of suffering to summon unbelievers to become disciples.   So that believers would understand what it means to be committed follower of Jesus. Written between 60 to 70 AD for his Gentile audience in Rome.

The Gospel of Luke who was a Gentile doctor whose theme portrays Jesus as caring and compassionate, that advocates a peaceful and lawful teaching which applies to all people...a universal Savior. Written between 58 to 60 AD for Gentiles, the sick, the outcast and many others who were on the outside looking in.

The Gospel of John who is John the son of Zebedee whose theme is that Jesus is the Word of God, God Himself in the flesh.  Written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God and that by believing you may have life in His name.  Written in the late 90's AD for new believers and seekers of Jesus Christ.

Here are the facts, as much as I love reading these books, the writers are gone and have already lived their lives for Christ.  But the Spirit of these words and the Savior of these people is alive.  I believe many of us may spend too much time studying and hearing another interpretation and angle of these stories when the very Spirit of God is wanting to write another Gospel,    The Gospel of YOU!

Your unique Gospel (story) with your own purpose, your own theme and personality.  To reach and help people that Matthew, Mark, Luke and John cannot.... but you can.  These Gospels aren't written in the church, they're written in the world where you live in Christ and He lives through you.    GO and live a best seller!

We love hearing from you and "Doing Life Together".  If you know someone who would like info about Be the Gift- please contact us.  I am attaching a short DVD that highlights what we do.  Thanks for being part.  Have a great week.  Chris and Marilyn

The urgency in this situation was that these were all bedroom windows and they did not open at all.  So besides the usual thought and enjoyment  of fresh air coming in, our Single Mom had an underlying concern that if there were ever a fire, she and her children could be trapped in their rooms. 

We at BTG find that at least 75% of our service to the community in the form of home repair involves health and safety issues. We also know and understand that the ladies we help make many sacrifices and because of finances often cannot change a situation like this even though it is heavy on their heart without help.

She had tried to save enough money to "one day" buy windows, but as with most  single parents-- their is a shuffle as to where the money is needed that month, AND this is where we come in.

This delightful mom blessed us with her gratitude and grateful heart --- she had waited a long time to see this day when she felt her children were finally safe in their home.

For us and the many BTG volunteers that help on a weekly basis-- it is  rewarding to be a small part in fulfilling not only a need but a long desired HOPE.

Just a side note, every project comes with a price tab to buy materials and needed supplies... donations are always welcome and appreciated to help us facilitate and serve more in this area.  You can  always donate through check or if convenient use credit card below.