FROM THE DIRECTOR’S DESK ~ Jesus said in John 14:12, “I tell you the truth, anyone who has faith in Me will do what I have been doing. He will do even greater works than these because I am going to the Father.” It’s logically impossible to suggest anyone could do something beyond what Jesus accomplished. He is the one who turned water into wine, raised the dead, healed the sick, walked on water, and turned a little boy’s lunch into a feast for thousands. And these are only a FEW of His accomplishments while He was here on this Earth! How can anyone do “greater works” than He did? Let us approach the question from a different perspective. It is not possible to exceed the “quality or significance” of His works, but it is and has been to exceed the “quantity or scope” of His works. 

Jesus’ earthly ministry only lasted three and a half years. He had limited ability in His human form to help and minister to others. He walked with the disciples and helped them in their time of need. Jesus knew that by going to the Father, the Father would send them another Helper, the Holy Spirit, to be with them forever (John 14:16). This would allow “greater works” by the power of the Holy Spirit working through not only the disciples but also through anyone who put their faith in Jesus. That includes you and me as Christ followers. Greater communication and travel technology allows us to reach almost anywhere with the gospel. One Christian website can reach more people in a year than was the known population of the Roman Empire in Jesus’ day. Churches and television ministries reach countries around the world with the good news every day. Missionaries today can serve the farthest reaches of the globe with the saving knowledge of Christ. Christian ministries are helping with medical support and food for the hungry wherever there is a need. All these are the continued “greater works” of Christ. The ministry of Joseph’s Storehouse has the honor to be part of this “greater works.” Jesus fed thousands while here on earth, but Joseph’s Storehouse has had the privilege of feeding tens of thousands for His glory! Because of your prayers, support, and financial contributions, you have been part of His “greater works” as well. ~ God’s blessings, protection, and favor to all.

Benny Nolen
Director
Joseph's Storehouse