Whendancer64
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My family of Christian Writers, Tonight will be my last night of "Neighbor to Neighbor" evangelism. This evening, I experienced something that has me a little bit shaken, but I am sure that King Jesus is on my side.
One of the young mothers, who lives below me, was smoking weed heavily. And, after she finished, she began to beat her 5 year old daughter. I prayed and it stopped for a little while, but then she started again. I didn't want to call the police. Because the mother and I have always had a good relationship, I thought that I could convince her to just let her daughter come upstairs, just in case she needed to calm down. She not only verbally attacked me, but she also went and rallied other single mothers against me. Mothers whom I have helped and counselled during this difficult summer. I have tried to let the light of Jesus shine through me as I have served them and been a source of kindness to their children.
But tonight, there was what seemed like demons pounding on my door, demanding that I come out. I didn't, of course. But I was told to mind my own business, so I am ending my "Neighbor to Neighbor" ministry.
I have sought the Lord, and He has confirmed that I can stop His work, now. I have planted and watered enough seeds. If any of them ever want to know more about the Gospel or need anything, I hope they realize they can knock on my door for help. My commitment to showing them kindness as a neighbor will not change,
Two good things came out of this whole thing:
1) My choosing to talk to the mother rather than to call law enforcement helped to deflect the mother's anger away from her 5-year-old daughter onto me. It has been a long time since I have been the target of someone else's anger. And, to have angry mothers who have enjoyed my kindness and counted on my watchful eyes for their children, to turn on me so vehemently - I, somehow, sense that this is just more confirmation that my work is done. I know that in all of my communications and sacrificial assistance to these young mothers, I have tried in every way that I could to let the light of Christ shine through me to them. It is all that He has asked me to do, and I have done it.
2) From tonight on, that abusive young mother downstairs will be conscious of the fact that there is someone aware of the harmful treatment of her daughter. And, now, that I have shared the plight of her 5-year-old daughter with others who can cover her in prayer, she will not be able to, mercilessly, harm that little girl anymore. Me, and those that I have alerted, will be interceded on behalf of her and the other children that are being abused and neglected in this complex. This gives me great consolation because I will no longer be able to enjoy the "little treasures" that I have taken into my heart. I love them and their mothers. I have been where they are and I know, and have experienced for myself, the miracles of peace and provisions that can come to ANY mother when she calls on the Name of Jesus to help her with the care of her children.
In closing, let me solicit your prayers as I seek to pull back from this work that has taken me over 13 years to complete. Pray that I break the habit of doing "Volunteer Watch" that has resulted in neighbors (adults and children) from being victimized by stalkers and drug dealers. I have done so, prayerfully and consistently, and the Lord has blessed my efforts even though it has cost me some "friendships" due to their own family members being involved.
Pray that I will, finally, stay focused on creating Christian content, either as a writer, musician, or whatever media outlet that the Lord will inspire me to do. I have to find something that I can still do that will exalt the name of Jesus while glorifying our Father VERY soon. Pray that I will befriend others nearby that I can serve with and who can also encourage me. I do have some prayer support, but, right now, I just need a little more while I make this very painful transition.
Even though this ministry has come to an end, I know that the love that King Jesus has for me, these angry mothers, and their children will never end. Amen?
Thank you all, in advance, for your prayer support. I will give you updates as events unfold.
Your Sister and Servant in Christ -
Whendancer64 aka "Miss G" aka "Miss Beverly"
One of the young mothers, who lives below me, was smoking weed heavily. And, after she finished, she began to beat her 5 year old daughter. I prayed and it stopped for a little while, but then she started again. I didn't want to call the police. Because the mother and I have always had a good relationship, I thought that I could convince her to just let her daughter come upstairs, just in case she needed to calm down. She not only verbally attacked me, but she also went and rallied other single mothers against me. Mothers whom I have helped and counselled during this difficult summer. I have tried to let the light of Jesus shine through me as I have served them and been a source of kindness to their children.
But tonight, there was what seemed like demons pounding on my door, demanding that I come out. I didn't, of course. But I was told to mind my own business, so I am ending my "Neighbor to Neighbor" ministry.
I have sought the Lord, and He has confirmed that I can stop His work, now. I have planted and watered enough seeds. If any of them ever want to know more about the Gospel or need anything, I hope they realize they can knock on my door for help. My commitment to showing them kindness as a neighbor will not change,
Two good things came out of this whole thing:
1) My choosing to talk to the mother rather than to call law enforcement helped to deflect the mother's anger away from her 5-year-old daughter onto me. It has been a long time since I have been the target of someone else's anger. And, to have angry mothers who have enjoyed my kindness and counted on my watchful eyes for their children, to turn on me so vehemently - I, somehow, sense that this is just more confirmation that my work is done. I know that in all of my communications and sacrificial assistance to these young mothers, I have tried in every way that I could to let the light of Christ shine through me to them. It is all that He has asked me to do, and I have done it.
2) From tonight on, that abusive young mother downstairs will be conscious of the fact that there is someone aware of the harmful treatment of her daughter. And, now, that I have shared the plight of her 5-year-old daughter with others who can cover her in prayer, she will not be able to, mercilessly, harm that little girl anymore. Me, and those that I have alerted, will be interceded on behalf of her and the other children that are being abused and neglected in this complex. This gives me great consolation because I will no longer be able to enjoy the "little treasures" that I have taken into my heart. I love them and their mothers. I have been where they are and I know, and have experienced for myself, the miracles of peace and provisions that can come to ANY mother when she calls on the Name of Jesus to help her with the care of her children.
In closing, let me solicit your prayers as I seek to pull back from this work that has taken me over 13 years to complete. Pray that I break the habit of doing "Volunteer Watch" that has resulted in neighbors (adults and children) from being victimized by stalkers and drug dealers. I have done so, prayerfully and consistently, and the Lord has blessed my efforts even though it has cost me some "friendships" due to their own family members being involved.
Pray that I will, finally, stay focused on creating Christian content, either as a writer, musician, or whatever media outlet that the Lord will inspire me to do. I have to find something that I can still do that will exalt the name of Jesus while glorifying our Father VERY soon. Pray that I will befriend others nearby that I can serve with and who can also encourage me. I do have some prayer support, but, right now, I just need a little more while I make this very painful transition.
Even though this ministry has come to an end, I know that the love that King Jesus has for me, these angry mothers, and their children will never end. Amen?
Thank you all, in advance, for your prayer support. I will give you updates as events unfold.
Your Sister and Servant in Christ -
Whendancer64 aka "Miss G" aka "Miss Beverly"
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Make sure you aren't making any decisions out of fear. I think you should notify the police. It seems to me this would fall under the category of "speak up for those who can't speak up for themselves". God Bless You.
I pray this situation is resolved in a way that brings God's peace and glory. I'll tell you a little secret. I am actually a gal. (I try to keep that a little undercover online. Stalkers on the brain ; ))
Psssssssssst! Your secret is safe with me....and Lynn....Rebecca....robwitty.....and all the others who are "tight-lipped" when it matters!
