Quote from Forum Archives on July 23, 2002, 9:59 pm

Posted by: masinick <masinick@...>

Dear friends,

Larry Davies is taking a break from his regular messages, but his
Email list server still managed to get out a message from one of
his earlier messages. I remember the message well, but I DON'T
remember sending Nancy any ties... hmm, perhaps THIS YEAR I will
remember!

Larry is sharing a tribute to Nancy, not as a means of pumping
her up, necessarily, though she certainly deserves to be
commended for her unselfish and loving acts of kindness. I think
this message is more about setting a good example... finding
ways of serving others, whether in big or small ways.

I think that is a great thing, and I want to remember Nancy
myself so that:

1. I can help Nancy in her efforts.

2. I can find simple ways of doing things that encourage others.

How about you? Is there something you can do today to encourage
others, even if it is just a matter of going a bit out of your
way to show kindness to others?

I can suggest one tangible way that you can even encourage
strangers. Larry has an international prayer ministry. There
are quite a few people out there who have ongoing, hurting,
discouraging issues. What's even sadder is that many of them
don't feel like they have anywhere to turn, and some people have
just about given up hope. I sure hope that you'll consider
encouraging people... if not in a prayer ministry, in something
that you can deal with.

Your Brother in Christ,
Brian

From:"Sowing Seeds of Faith..." <sowseeds@nesbeonline.com>
Subject: "Super Volunteer: A Tribute to Nancy Webb"

"Super Volunteer: A Tribute to Nancy Webb"

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Sowing Seeds of Faith... (Favorites of 2001 and 2002)

No article attracted more attention than the one about Nancy Webb
our super volunteer from Florida. Since last year she has
received many letters of encouragement from you, hundreds of
neckties to convert to puppets for her hospital ministry. Also,
through the help of a few enterprising members of our Sowing
Seeds Prayer Ministry, Nancy now has her own web site. You can
check it out for yourself by simply clicking here:
members.truepath.com/lilyofthevalley/webbministries.html
If you need a boost today... you just have to read about Nancy
Webb. God bless. Larry

"Super Volunteer: A Tribute to Nancy Webb" Larry Davies

Recently, I received this email: "Greetings from Florida: I don't
know if you want to do this but no harm in asking. I am a home
missionary worker. I make things and help others in need. I
donate my time and what talent I have. I have suffered many
ailments including cancer. God has spared me and I am trying to
reach out and touch others. I have a need if you want to announce
this at your church I would be grateful. If any one has any
men's neckties I can use them. Many, many thanks." Nancy Webb

Why does a woman named Nancy Webb want neckties? It seemed a
little strange but harmless so I sent Nancy's request to our
email ministry prayer chain. A week later, I received the
following reply:

"Praise the Lord! I am so blessed. I received my first gift of
men's ties today. Was I ever thrilled! To me it was like a
million dollars. The Lord knows just how to tickle and thrill my
soul. I just wanted to say a big thanks to you. We have never
met but we are good neighbors. Amen." Nancy Webb

By this time I was intrigued so I asked Nancy to tell me more
about her life and unique ministry.

"I make a practice of saying something kind to someone daily. One
day at Wal-Mart, I said to a worker: "You are special!" The
worker replied, "What made you say that?" I said, "God don't
make junk." My new friend gave me a hug and said. "If you only
knew how much I needed that." Words of kindness and a smile go a
long way. I had a beautiful gardenia bush with 21 blossoms so I
gave 21 people a flower, a greeting and a smile. I enjoy sharing
God's love with others. We cannot out give the Lord! There is a
ministry for everyone. We must hold steady and not give up. We
could be on the brink of a miracle."

Isn't that a great attitude? Nancy must be some kind of super
woman! Actually, she's not. Read on...

"Over the years I have had a number of surgeries and cancer. I've
suffered with depression, blood pressure and heart problems. But
so many people suffer in different ways. I felt God calling me
to get involved. I go to flea markets and yard sales to get
vases. Then I add artificial flowers and blooms, sometimes a
stuffed animal. Then I give them away along with a word of
cheer. Kindness goes a long way. I visit nursing homes and
hospitals. I make angels with a card and give them out here and
there. Now I need men's neckties and use the material to make
various craft items for the local hospital."

"Also, I am trying to help raise money for a family in
Georgia. The father fell off the roof of his home. The mother is
not well and there are four children. My son is a youth worker
and is trying to work with this family. He wanted them to have a
nice Christmas so I'm trying to raise money for them. I don't
have a savings account. It may be good thing. I would give it
all away. But I have Jesus in my heart and a desire is to do for
Him as He has done so much for me. Amen."

"I don't know a greater blessing than in taking time to
volunteer. I just spent my first day of volunteer work in the
recovery room of our hospital. What a great opportunity! Some
people have an attitude: "What's in it for me?" "You get paid so
that's your job." Not me. I like being where the action is so I
can roll up my sleeves and get into it. I get such a thrill and
a great blessing. I couldn't put a price tag on it."

I asked Nancy, "Why do you volunteer?" She answered: "Am I rich?
No. I live on Social Security. Am I well? No! God is my
strength. Do I do this for popularity? No! Just hide me behind
the cross. Why volunteer then? Because I love Jesus and want to
reach out to others. It is simply Gods will."

Finally, Nancy wrote: "I received some 75 men's ties but I need
500 or more. The Lord is blessing this ministry. It thrills my
heart to see His hand at work. I work for the greatest company
in the universe. There is never a lay off, never shortage in work
and I even have a free cell phone with a direct line to heaven:
no delay and no call waiting. I am motivated and enthusiastic
about my work. Daily, God gives me encouragement. I find life so
precious and so beautiful. I just can't praise or thank God
enough."

Nancy Webb is just one fine example among so many who generously
volunteer their time and talents as a gift to God. Thanks for
brightening our day. You can reach Nancy at nancywebb@cfl.rr.com
or PO Box 761, Oakland, Fla. 34760. Now, if you will excuse me,
I need to pack a few neckties.

If you like this devotion you will love the book: "Breaking the
Peanut Butter Habit: Following God's Recipe for a Better Life"
now on sale only through this website. Click here for more
information: www.sowingseedsoffaith.com/peanbutt.htm

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Jesus said: "You are the light of the world-like a city on a
mountain, glowing in the night for all to see. Don't hide your
light under a basket! Instead, put it on a stand and let it
shine for all." (Matthew 5:14-15)

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