The Official Newsletter of Kingdom Builders of Central New York
Feb 10, 2024 6:00 am
Mission Statement:
Kingdom Builders ministry exists to serve homeowners in the greater Oneonta area by providing quality labor to address construction needs that they are unable to accomplish by their own means. Although the practical focus is on construction, the spiritual focus is on building relationships with those served, with the end goal of demonstrating the love of Christ through ministry.
Leading Through and to the Light
February 2024
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.”
Last month’s newsletter spoke of a need coming up for a sweet elderly widow in our community. I have been very fortunate to be able to form a special relationship with her. She has been very accepting of me and our ministry. So much so that her and I have been making time together to engage in some fun, deep discussions of Jesus and the Gospel. We have also had discussions of darkness and evil. Those discussions were actually part of the beginning of our relationship. And as time has gone by our discussions have turn from darkness to light. So, this verse in Mathew 5 came to me in regard to our time together. It reminded me how a light overcomes the darkness. As our chats continue, I see the light shining brighter and brighter each time - for her but very much so for me as well. She is a neat woman that is shining her light into my life and passing along her wisdom to me as I try to pass along God's word to her. It's very encouraging to me to put my light (Jesus)on the stand for all to see and to light the WHOLE house.
We have been able to do some repair to her kitchen which was overcome with rats and water damage. We replaced and old drop ceiling and drawers and cabinet doors as well. A new countertop and sink is in the wheelhouse next.
All this work was not in our original scope of work, but life happens, and the Lord provided. So, we still have all the original work needing to be done as mentioned in last month’s newsletter.
Please continue to pray for this as it is a large project and in need of funds. We know that nothing is too big for God. Nothing.
Thank you all for you dedication to us in this ministry. It is such a blessing not only to our clients but to us as well. To be a part of the great work of our Lord is a huge privilege. Together we ARE shining the "light".
Andy
Message from the Board:
From time to time, it is helpful to look back to see the path that was traveled. For Kingdom Builders, this path began 4+ years ago. First as Andy’s vision, then to others as he shared this ministry vision. What began as a ‘dream’, is now a fully functional Christian Ministry.
As a board, we marvel at God’s provision and the growing list of impacted lives through this ‘hands on’ ministry. Andy certainly enjoys using his skills to fix, repair and upgrade homes, but his real joy comes from spending time with the recipients and talking about Jesus.
We encourage you to check out our website. Look at photos of past projects and scant through newsletters. You will get a sense of just how far KB has come, all because of a vision and God’s blessing.
Thank you for continuing to support KB and Andy.
Don Marsh
Praises:
That with the help of the Holy Spirit we can think and desire and speak and love and serve and live so that in ALL we do we can show the glory of God.
That Jesus is the light that illuminates our lives and through Jesus’ illustration we can see the endeavor of God.
That God sets us where he wants us to shine.
Prayers:
In a world that encourages divisiveness that we can be a light that points to Jesus.
Help us to love and serve in ways that reflect God’s character, truth, grace, mercy, love, and compassion.
That our attitudes and actions show compassion towards those that are dying in their sin, rather than judgement, blame or indifference.
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