Treasure in the city- Genesis 41:47-49

It was a time of abundance like there had never been seen before.  For seven straight years, there was an abundance of food and everybody was living like kings.  Then it happened.  The drought began.  The food had run out, even for those who had prepared and set food aside during the time of abundance.  But not in Egypt.  Because of Joseph's foresight and planning there was food in the cities.  Everybody was going to the city to find a way to survive.
Simarly today, people are flooding to the city.  Some come to the city to find a way to survive.  Some come to the city to make their fortune or to become famous.  Some come to the city hoping for a better life.  Some come to the city to find work.
In Jacob's day, the people can to the cities of Egypt to find food.  Today, the people come for many reasons.  But whatever the reason, the church has something to offer.  We share with the people the treasures of God.  We have the true treasure that moth cannot eat nor rust destroy.  We have the message of the Bread of Life.  We share the certainty that because we are children of God we are heirs of God's kingdom and are rich indeed. 
Whenever someone come of the street looking for help, I hope that you remember this.  You have something better than what the person is looking for.  You have been entrusted with what that person really needs.  You have a treasure that does not waste away.  You share the word of God, which is eternal.  You share the message of peace and restoration. which does not change.  You show the love of God, which we all so desperately need.  Remember that for that person you are God's treasure in the city.