Operation Christmas Child (OCC) has become a very well known ministry for children and their families all over the world. Many of you may have participated in OCC before.
You wrapped a shoe box with Christmas paper and filled it with toys and miscellaneous items for a little boy or girl... You never met the child that you made that box for... You had no idea which country or continent it ended up on... The one thing you did know was that it made a child happy during Christmas and shared the love of Jesus with him or her.
Take a look at what Jesus said in Matthew 25:40:
"Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me."
Wow! That says a lot. The love and generosity we show others not only helps the person in need, but we are also giving of ourselves to the Lord! The need around the world is so great. People need items necessary for life, they need joy, but most of all they need Jesus. OCC is a wonderful organization that attempts to fulfill all three of those needs with boxes full of necessities, joy, and the Word of God.
I would like to encourage you to become a part of OCC. Even if you make one box, that is one little life you are going to make so happy!!! Take a look at this video which is produced by Samaritan's Purse (OCC's parent organization). I will post more info on OCC in days to come. Check back for tips, ideas, and drop-off locations in your area!
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