Since 1997, we have yet to
miss an opportunity to minister to the estimated one million people that gather
in Times Square ever year to celebrate the New Year, and this year's outreach
was just as good as years past. One young man named Enrique was drawn to the
Prayer Station when he heard we were offering free hot chocolate. After making
some small talk he confided in one of our staff members and shared his life
story. "My mom left me at the age of five and I never knew my
father." he said solemnly. "I've just started going to church and I
know I need God, but let me ask you something... how do I let go of all my
bitterness? How do I get rid of all the pain in my heart from the way I've been
mistreated?" His humble question turned into a long conversation about the gospel, finding our identity in Christ, and the healing that comes from knowing God as our Father. Enrique was blessed that evening. He was just one of many who entered into the new year with a fresh perspective on God.
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