Every year, the red buckets and ringing bells come out. The advertisements, the pleas, and the opportunities to give overwhelm us. Knowing where to give, how our investment will be spent, and what the goal of each project is can be confusing—daunting even. This is one reason we’re so careful about how we approach the Green Bean Project and why we seek to meet specific ministry needs.
Since its inception, the goal of the GBP has been to have a relevant part in the lives of these children. Not just throwing funds somewhere, hoping they’ll land in good hands and make some kind of difference. No. The goal has always been to give YOU an opportunity to give knowledgeably to the specific needs of the ministries working with these children and pointing them toward Christ. That’s why each year, we take the time to share with you the needs we’re seeking to meet.
Over the years, many of the specific needs we’ve focused on have been relatively small: textbooks, clothing, shoes, etc. But these ministries have much bigger needs. I would like to see us, all of us who have stood behind the Green Bean Project over the years, get behind THEM this year. Let’s show our love, concern, and sincerity by putting as much effort into the project as possible. Ask the Lord not only how He would have you give, but also how He would have you encourage others to participate as well.
This Christmas find joy and confidence in your holiday giving. Honor Christ by reaching “the least of these” and making a difference in the lives of children around the world.
