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This morning I finished reading If we only knew … Remarkable True Stories of God’s Intervention. It is written by John Murray, who for 20 years was Executive Director of Eurovangelism Canada, a ministry that has delivered humanitarian aid and the gospel to Eastern Europe for the past forty-five years.

As a freelance book reviewer, I read many books, but this one moved me in a way few books have. John is an excellent communicator, and his stories are captivating. But more importantly, he continually brings readers face-to-face with a sovereign God who intervenes in our lives at every level.

I will be posting a review in the next few days.

In the meantime, you can learn more about this book by visiting the author’s website. I highly recommend this book.

Already the poorest country in the western hemisphere, the devastating earthquake in Haiti has pushed this country to the very brink. As with other major disasters, governments, NGOs and people around the world are rushing to help.

Perhaps you want to help also, but wonder if your donation will be used wisely in the relief efforts underway in the country.

For several years I was privileged to serve on the board of directors of Emmanuel International, an evangelical ministry of relief and development. Without qualification, I can say that the personnel in this agency serve sacrificially and faithfully in several of our world’s poorest nations, including Haiti. I know of no agency that is more adept in making scare donor dollars stretch. If you want to give, but are unsure where to do so, I highly recommend Emmanuel International.

You can donate online or by phone. For every $5000.00 (USD) raised, EI can provide a truckload (approximately 8000 pounds) of food (water, rice, beans, fish) and tarps. EI partners with an evangelical Baptist denomination in the country meaning that those who will handle the relief effort are Haitians who live in the country and will be there long after the international community has moved on.

If you act right away, the Canadian government has pledged to match every dollar registered charities raise for Haiti relief.

For thirty years, Emmanuel International has served with the people of Haiti in bringing physical, emotional and spiritual hope to those who desperately need all three.