Being Christ's Ambassador

Being Christ’s Ambassador Through the Storm “I am honored to be God’s herald of love and the channel of other Christians’ generosity around the world.” (Abdul Hossain) When Cyclone Sidr unleashed its wrath on Southern Bangladesh on November 15, 2007, Abdul lovingly extended help to his fellow countrymen. What makes Abdul’s gestures remarkable, is that Abdul served time in prison because of these same countrymen’s false accusations toward him. Yet, Abdul didn’t hesitate to extend a helping hand, but his assistance was a surprise and shock to others. No one expected that it would be Hossain who would come to their aid. “I was astonished,” Abdul said, as he described his emotions when he first saw the ruins left by the cyclone in the village where he grew up. It was the worst disaster that anyone had ever experienced. Tall trees had their roots ripped from the ground and were thrown all around. Houses made of hay and tin were scattered everywhere. Roads were blocked by debris. It was nearly impossible to reach those who needed help the most. Pity and love filled his heart as he cried out to God. “Not only did they lose everything, but their spirits also seemed to have vanished.” When relief goods were insufficient to meet the vast needs, he felt helpless, and could only console the villagers by telling them of God’s mercy and generosity. Nonetheless, the rescue team abundantly met the needs of hundreds of survivors. One of them was a 90-year-old man who exclaimed upon receiving his relief bag, “How can I carry this? It is so big! God bless you,” hugging Abdul afterwards. A response to the gospel from his countrymen is what Abdul hopes for after the cyclone. Forgiving the people who accused him, Abdul says that he holds no grudges. He hopes to love his countrymen into the Kingdom of God. One With Them Be One With Abdul by forgiving others in your life. Pray for Abdul and all persecuted believers as they forgive their enemies. One With Them CHALLENGE For $9.00 you can provide a believer with a relief pack filled with medicine, food and other basic necessities. Consider giving this gift today. 04/02/2013 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust." (Matthew 5:44-45)