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Life in Transition

Many people are finding themselves in a time of transition. For some it's in between homes, jobs, troubled finances, etc. The list goes on and on. While Ministry Living cannot meet the needs of every individual, we do what we can as the Lord provides for us to do. Our main focal point in helping people in transition is to point them to Christ. Faith in Christ is what carries us through those difficult times.

When people are in transition, meeting some basic needs can help immensely. Jesus fed the 5,000 before he taught them. He started with just 5 loaves and 2 fishes from a young boy's lunch. Ministry Living has various stores partnering with us by donating day old bread and various other grocery items each week. We have a team that washes all vegetables and fruits, sorts out what is not good, and re-bags them for distribution. All who receive these bags are truly thankful. These are families that are just in between paychecks and struggling to stay afloat. By helping with some of these basics living needs, we can be a team of people who work together to help people not lose their homes or transportation for their jobs. Meeting these basic needs frees up their limited income to make the payments necessary for their survival, while providing them with some simple relief. 

Acts 11:29 "Then the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren which dwelt in Judaea:"

Any help you can offer to provide some additional needs that are not currently donated would be most appreciated. Food distribution is periodic as donated and given to various  individuals and families in the city of Chico based on most urgent need.

We are not here to provide for all their needs, just to help aid them with relief. In addition to the food distribution, we offer vocational training to help them work for what they receive. Ministry Living is not a place to come to for hand-outs to be taken advantage of. We all work diligently to help who we can and offer them the opportunities to give back as well.

You can send donations by money order, cashier's check, or store gift cards to:

STARR Ministries

c/o Ministry Living

236 W. East. Ave #A

PMB 164

Chico, Ca. 95928

Tax ID # 77-0718713

Local stores:

Grocery Outlet

Safeway

Save-mart

Raley's

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Spiritual Heart Failure in Youth

Today's youth face more than just the wiles of this world in their lives and among their circle of friends and youth groups. Whether they are faith based groups or not, youth face more pressure than most parents can understand. Not only are they facing the effects of this present world, but the legalism of religion. Many of today's youth of faith are leaving the family unit with much discouragement, not knowing which way to live.

The answer is not in more 'Biblical teaching' but in the Spirit of Christ. Many of today's families have a difficult time in teaching and training their young people in the Spirit of Christ. The majority of families of faith have raised their children with Law (rules and regulations) and have not shepherded their children's hearts with grace, mercy, and love.

They know the Jesus of history, but not Christ the Divine. In raising up this next generation with rules without relationship, we have brought to the world a sect of legalism comparable to the Pharisees of the early church age. It has spread throughout our congregations, Christian schools, and even entered politics. Most families of faith know the history of the Protestant Reformation with Martin Luther and various other religious forefathers. Many of them are crying out for another reformation, but the answer is not in a reformation, it's in a true revival...a Spiritual Revolution. We need a fresh revelation of Christ our Lord and it is happening all over the world.

The letter of the Law kills, but the Spirit brings LIFE!

Some youth are not ready. They are hurt and confused. Many cringe at the idea of yet another bible study. For some, a bible study each week is not going to do what needs to be done in their hearts. Only Christ can reach them. But He can use vessels of love, mercy, and grace to plant seeds, water those seeds, and be a part of the increase. It all begins with you.

The Gospel is good news, very good news. Christ IN YOU, the hope of glory!

Colossians 1:27

Our Lord says to come and drink of the water of life FREELY. No strings attached. Just come. Revelation 22:17

He has open arms for the prodigal sons and daughters, waiting to celebrate at the home coming of their troubled and weary souls. Luke 15

He offers the living water to those who feel like they are unreachable. He invites us to come to the well. John 4

It's not about rules...it's about relationships. First and foremost our relationship with Christ. Then with our families, other Believers, then our communities.

We're getting back to the relationship, our first love, Jesus Christ. God with us, Emmanuel.

Through Him, our youth can be reached. Allow Ministry Living to share with you what Christ is doing in our lives, families, and friends. The youth are coming to a greater and deeper understanding of who Christ is in them. 

~Sisterlisa

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