Disaster, Opportunity, or Both?

Disaster, Opportunity, or Both?
There is no denying the devastation in Southwestern New York as three counties have been declared disaster areas by the state due to flooding. Two people lost their lives in Gowanda. Many homes have been destroyed, leaving residents homeless.
One single Mother is seen walking through chest high water holding her baby in a carrier over her head with her toddler on her shoulders. Her mobile home was a total loss. But she was praising God that she and her babies got out alive.
It has been said that crises do not build character, but they do reveal it. Many people in Southwestern New York are revealing themselves to have courage and stamina beyond description.
We know that people are more open to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ in times of crisis and transition. I am so proud of our Disaster Relief teams from New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, etc. with whom I was able to visit on Sunday evening. They are there to share the love of Christ with hurting people and, by the way, to mud out their homes along the way.
There is still much to be done. If you would like to get involved to give a cup of cold water in the Name of Jesus, please contact Mike Flannery at fba2000@verizon.net or 716-432-5333.
Disaster? Yes. Opportunity? Yes.