The Lord is not slow about his promise, as some think of slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting any to perish, but all to come to repentance.2 Peter 3:9
Recently, the staff of Lutheran Disaster Response – Eastern Pennsylvania (LDR-EPA), a ministry of Lutheran Congregational Services, received a note from a homeowner whose house was damaged by the harsh winter last year. LDR-EPA is arranging for volunteers to replace insulation in the house which was damaged by melting ice and snow.
“[We] received good news that Lutheran Disaster Team will be able to offer us some hands on assistance. We are so grateful to you in coming out to visit, from the distances that you all traveled that day and in providing an initial assessment of our circumstances. We really appreciate what ever assistance you can provide. We isolated ourselves in the process of waiting for answers from our insurance company and that wasn't good. It is not so easy to ask for help because there are so many folks who need help. It was with much deliberation that we did reach out. I think we just needed someone to let us know we don't have to handle this all alone. Last winter was rough. We just wanted to send a quick thank you. We consider it a blessing that we are going to see you again! Have a terrific day and know that you made our day!”
God is patient with us, working in us over time to help us see the presence of those who will help in hard times. In time, we are blessed to know that God is with us, we are not alone and God brings us help in due season.
Loving God, give us patience as you reveal the fullness of your love for us and for this world. Thank you for responding to our cries for help with those who care and serve through Jesus Christ. Amen.
Email to LDR-EPA shared by Rev. Jennifer Ollikainen.
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