This has been a week of many tears for many of  us as we see images of our 
people in AL, MS and LA going through what none of us  would want for ourselves, 
families or friends.  Yesterday, I asked our  people in SS class "to remember 
the poor" (Gal 2:9,10) and to give "gifts to the  poor" (Ac 10:1-4).  I 
brought it to our attention that not once was there  an adjective associated with 
the word "poor".

As we submit to God's will  for us in giving to the poor, may it be a 
reminder of how our gracious Lord gave  His own Son to us "poor" sinners in our time 
of spiritual need.  What great  joy it would be for our God to think of our 
giving as "memorial offering(s)".  

Barry Meyer
 
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Brethren,
 
I'm in full agreement with brother Mark. 
 
Those churches who restrict their giving to within their theological camps  
better smartin' up. God's heavenly camp has no such divisions.
 
  Much Grace!
Moe