Monday, November 19, 2001
Monday, November 19, 2001
We do not boast beyond limits, that is, in the labors of others; but our
hope is that, as your faith increases, our sphere of action among you may be greatly
enlarged.
Following worship that morning Dr. Quick opened the envelope and found a note. This
is how it read:
"In the midst of this terrible recession which has hit Detroit large numbers of people are
discouraged, out of work, hungry and cold. Many are surely finding their way to our
church. During our morning devotions today, Dorothy and I decided that no one in real
need should be turned away.
"We don't want our pastor to be unable to help meet their needs whether it be food,
medicine, or whatever. Take the proceeds from the enclosed and put it to work among
the needy of Detroit.
"We wouldn't want to make it to the Pearly Gates and have St. Peter turn us away
because we had plenty and enough to spare while others were starving or freezing to
death," the note said. On the substantial gift enclosed were the words: "To the glory of
God and for the work of Jesus Christ through the Church." It was signed, Stanley S.
Kresge. Perhaps you recognize the name of one of America's great retailers. Stanley
S. Kresge knows that if Christ is to shine forth as the light of the world, his disciples
must put their faith into action.
(2 Corinthians 10:15
NRSV)
One Sunday morning Dr. William Quick was in his study going over his sermon before
worship at Metropolitan Church when a layperson knocked on the door. The
gentleman apologized for the interruption and handed Dr. Quick an envelope saying,
"Read this after church."
Dear Jesus, may my faith have a lot of action in your service. Amen.
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