Many men in society know something is lacking in their lives, but they don’t know exactly how to fill it. Some turn to drugs or alcohol in an effort to fill this gap, which only leads to problems with their families and problems with the law. What they are missing is actually the presence of God in their life. When a man fills that hole with the love of Jesus Christ through a Houston Homeless Charity, they suddenly find themselves fulfilled without the need for harmful drugs. This helps men reunite with their families and keeps them out of jail.
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Category: Homeless Assistance
Fighting Spiritual Emptiness with Homeless Assistance in Houston Texas
Homelessness is really a symptom of a larger problem in society – spiritual emptiness. When people feel they have no worth in society or in the eyes of the Lord, they are more likely to make bad decisions like using drugs or committing crime. This greatly increases the chance that they will alienate family and friends and find themselves on the streets. It is important that Homeless Assistance in Houston Texas work to fill this spiritual emptiness with a solid Christian foundation in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Once these men see they have value in the eyes of the Lord, they are more likely to live a wholesome, law-abiding life.
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Providing Skills for Homeless Assistance in Houston Texas
One of the biggest hurdles for men getting out of prison is that they have few skills. Prison is supposed to offer training or classes, but these are often inadequate. Also, many employers are skeptical of these men; it’s one thing to do well in prison but quite another to do well in society. Many employers simply don’t want to take a chance on these men. At Harbor Ministries, we provide additional training to these men and give them a chance to show they have changed. This way, they can show employers their progress and have real skills to offer employers.
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