"Fred Somebody, Thomas Everybody, Peter Anybody, and Joe Nobody were neighbors in Barrensville, Mixedupy. They were an unusual bunch and all went to the same church. They were very active in their community. Everybody had a nice house and Somebody was always able to do the things he wanted while Anybody spent time watching his favorite TV programs.
One day, Nobody suggested that they sould all be more involved in the church missions program. Everybody thought surely that Somebody was praying for the missionaries, but Somebody knew that Anybody could pray for them. You know who really prayed for them? That’s right- Nobody!
Everybody began to wonder if Somebody was taking an interest in how their missionaries were doing. Somebody knew that Anybody could spend time writing and getting to know more about them and their work.
Guess who really cared and took the time to write? You’re right again- Nobody! Nobody was really quite a fellow! Whenever there was a missionary speaker, Nobody showed up. Nobody helped them on their way. Whereas, Anybody could have sent money to help them, he thought surely Somebody had given to them. But Somebody realized Everybody knew their need. I’m sure you know who finally came to their rescue- Nobody!
As they became more and more familiar with the realization of millions who have never heard of Jesus Christ, Everybody knew that Somebody needed to go and tell them the Good News. But, since Anybody could go, you know who finally went forth into the harvest fields of the world? Nobody!"
-Adapted from, "Silent Evangelist," No. 132,
Faith, Prayer, and Tract League
The fact that you are reading this shows that you are not, Somebody, Everybody, Anybody, or Nobody. You are THE BODY! Thank you for functioning as the body of Christ and for supporting us in the many ways you do!
Josh & Candy Dalton
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