Sunday was one of the most amazing days I have ever experienced. I am humbled, astounded, and just blown away at the incredible generosity of the people of Restore.
It was just over a year ago that I was asking God to help us become a generous church….a place where we used the God-given resources we steward to make an eternal impact in the world. I had no idea that God would answer that prayer at such an early point in the life of this church.
Sunday at Restore was a major step in becoming a generous church. We prayed that we could have an offering of $25,000 that would be matched by a supporter outside of Restore for a total of $50,000 to start the church and build a facility in Cavaillon Haiti. And God did “immeasurably more than we could ask or imagine.”
As the tally came in, I was speechless. The total offering received from the weekend at Restore Community Church was $64,050. That number exceeded anything I could have wrapped my mind around. That amount included only the offerings from Restore and doesn't include any of the matching funds.
All I can say is that it is a complete and utter GOD THING.
I can't wait to see thousands of people in Haiti 'find their way back to God' as a result of this generosity.
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What amazing week it has been reflecting on what God has done. It is an absolute joy to do life with the Restore family. I can't imagine a better place to be.
Posted by: Troy | November 20, 2008 at 10:18 AM
Thanks for leading the church to be involved in this ministry in Haiti! You led us to a great opportunity!
Posted by: Melanie | November 19, 2008 at 08:55 AM
Woo hoo! What will God do next thru Restore?! Amazing stuff.
Posted by: pam h | November 18, 2008 at 03:48 PM
That's awesome Troy. Very excited for you guys.
Posted by: Jason Allen | November 17, 2008 at 10:05 AM
That's fantastic! It's so encouraging to know that even in times of economic down-turn, God works through His people! Congratulations and hallelujah!
Posted by: Lex | November 17, 2008 at 09:55 AM