Imminent Fire Danger!

Much has been (rightly) made of the wildfires spreading throughout the southern portion of our state. Acres are burned, homes have been destroyed, resources have been utilized and exhausted; and now it seems as though the tide is turning and containment is being achieved in greater measures than previously. For those not familiar with California's geography, the nearest of these fires is located about 400 miles away.

Yet the fire danger is imminent here in Hayward! However, no evacuations are underway and the warnings given by authorities familiar with the situation are being unheeded. The resources to battle this imminent danger are being strained and are reaching the exhaustion point. What is needed is a fresh supply of water and human resources to combat this dangerous situation.

I am speaking of the imminent danger faced by many in this community of the fires of hell. Whether our neighbors, co-workers, acquaintances or friends care to admit it, each moment spent outside of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ based on His substitutionary death as payment for their God-separating sin is a moment spent in danger of entering eternity in that state. The fire danger is high - for all have sinned and all face God's unadulterated wrath for sin unless One stands on their behalf as Mediator and Substitute.

Today, you can help battle the blaze! Share the news of sin, wrath and the gloriousness of Christ with those who stand to lose the most as the blaze continues. Carry the living water to quench the thirsty souls of those who have yet to drink from its unending supply.

The alarm bell is ringing. Who will answer the call to fight the imminent fire danger all around?