A few weeks ago we as a staff were talking and praying about a few things together. We were discussing strategy in this next season with schools going back into session, the needs of the community changing once again and where we were to stand in all of it.
It was then that I felt the Lord say we were suppose to go back to what we did at first.
But what does go back to what we did at first really mean?
It was then that the conversation turned to the need increasing of bellies being fed once again. With the pandemic, jobs lost, medical needs arising, we realized it was the Lord preparing us to do exactly what he said, go back to what you did at first.
As we were in discussion our kitchen coordinator said, I feel like we need to start delivering sack lunches again.
And it was in that moment we all came into agreement that that is exactly what He meant when he said go back to what you did at first. Only this time, elevated. Rather than meat and cheese on white bread, our communities have grown to love vegetables. So this time, it is a sandwich with added nutrients through vegetables, fruit, popcorn for a snack and a protein bar of some sort.
Each meal packaged, and hand delivered. Back out in the community, participating in house calls and connection with the most vulnerable. No it doesn’t mean we are stopping what we are doing. It simply means we are willing to adjust and meet those where they are at. For us it is always about listening, growing and leaning in when we hear Him speak.
We cannot wait to see the stories that come out of simple obedience, because if we have learned anything, it is that we can trust His plan, knowing He is in it all.