By Scott Vail
Each month, the Men's Ministry at the University Campus gathers for discipleship dinners — providing an opportunity for all men to develop greater intimacy with God and build closer relationships with one another. For March, however, our gathering looked slightly different.
On March 12th, the Men's Ministry came together to pack 40,000 meals for Kids Around the World, a Christ-centered organization providing food for vulnerable children in orphanages, schools, homes, churches, and community feeding centers. Many of us were joined by our wives and children, making this an opportunity for us not only to be missional ambassadors to the children who will benefit from the meals we packed but also to our own families.
This act of compassion nourishes hungry children worldwide but also embodies the spirit of selflessness and camaraderie that defines us as adopted children of God. Scripture tells us in Galatians 6:9, "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Through our collective efforts, we are sowing seeds of hope and love, knowing that our labor is not in vain.
As we reflect on this night, let us be reminded of the profound impact we make when we come together in service. Might we continue to encourage one another to love and serve the church, knowing that through our actions, we are representing the gospel to every man, woman, and child.
