International (MNN) — Stories about famine, pestilence, wars, and rumors of wars can take a toll on listeners and reporters alike.
Passively receiving this information can lead to discouragement. “You can only take so much before you feel like, ‘Well, what can I do with that?’” Pierre Houssney with Horizons International says.
“But God has a story that He’s written. It’s not random.”
Displaced families in Beirut, Lebanon.
(Photo courtesy of Horizons International)
The Lord calls us all to not only be hearers, but doers of the Word. Information from today’s headlines provides an opportunity to act. “There’s an opportunity to connect with the Church wherever the headlines are happening,” Houssney says.
For example, the war between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon has displaced hundreds of thousands of people. More about that here.
“Pastors and entire congregations from South Lebanon have been uprooted, and they’re now staying with family members, schools, and churches. It’s a big temptation to get out of the region,” Houssney says.
You can help believers stay put and reach the hurting around them through Horizons International.
“I love having a front-row seat in Beirut, Lebanon, working with a network of 130 evangelical churches,” Houssney says.
“We’re seeing those heroes of the faith active in the middle of a refugee crisis.”
Now that you know, ask the Lord how He wants you to respond. Then connect with Horizons International here. “Prayer always is going to lead to action,” Houssney says.
“Let the Spirit lead you, reach out, get involved, and find your place in the story.”
In the header image, volunteers offer time and resources to prepare meals for displaced families. Header and story photos courtesy of Horizons International.
