My brothers and I, and hundreds of other folks, have been preaching at the mission for years now. What a blessing it is to be able to come alongside homeless addicts and other trouble folks to encourage and challenge them in Christ. There are programs, food, beds, showers and a ton of services here for those down and out to take advantage of. But the best part is that anyone eating there is required to hear God's word each evening before eating. The men and women so appreciate solid folks mentoring to them. It's love in action! It was at my darkest point in life, in a homeless shelter, that the Lord began to minister to me and basically taught me that I wasn't to trust myself but put my faith in him alone. Despite the surroundings, this was a highly productive time in my life, exciting and I was being rebuilt from the ground up. The things that once were important to me no longer were. I needed a deep spiritual surgery and Christ himself forever changed me. I've never looked back (only in testimony). I once took up a bed in a homeless shelter and now I'm ministering to those in similar situations. It's rewarding, of substance and satisfying. I get to serve the Lord by serving others while watching some mighty transformations as hearts and minds are forever changed. Nothing is too difficult for the Lord and he is in the business of changing lives and turning debris fields into mighty testimonies about His faithfulness and grace. He did that for me and promises a restoration to all those rending their hearts to him. Joel 2:25 Thank you my Lord for rescuing me, your protection, assurance and pulling me back from the brink! What a joy you've given me! I could never have imagined how good it could be and your plan for my life. The Madera Rescue Mission needs donations of time, treasure and talent. Even taking the trash out and helping feed folks is a blessing! It's in gratitude that I walk, -G read more