Going where needed

How many of you would like to set up a ministry in Anacostia, Harlem, or even Jonathan St in Hagerstown? These are notoriously rough areas. We might shy away from such a task. Yet Paul sent Titus directly to the island of Crete to minister. Crete was not a nice place, to say the least. We get our derrogatory example "acting like a cretan" from the reputation of this place. Paul instructs Titus on Christian doctrine and emphasizes Holy living. He shows that we are not just called to work in comfortable places. There is great need everywhere. The Holy Spirit will lead us. Don't be afraid to make contact. I noticed how usual barriers melt when I did some work at MCIH (prison). The inmates did not see me as some holier than thou white guy. I became a friend. Takes time, but worth it!