Need a hug?

Today was the national "Free Hug" Day and many students as Michigan State University took it upon themselves to remind everyone of that fact by standing in a group wearing "Free Hugs" t-shirts and offering hugs to their fellow students. When doing open-air ministry on campuses we try to utilize cases such as these to our advantage. Today was no exception.
During one of the class breaks, Tom Bell, preached a paintboard message called "Need A Hug?". He started off by talking about the times we need or receive hugs. When your dog dies, you need a hug. When you are all alone on a Friday night, you need a hug. And, how cool would it be if one of the presidential nominies not only pointed, waved, gave the thumbs up, but also hugged you after one of their speeches?
The cuteness became serious when Tom then went on to explain that a hug shows a personal relationship and love between at least two people. He transitioned to the gospel by sharing the love of God, demonstrated by Jesus Christ opening up His arms to hang on a cross to die for their sins. How good it is to know that someone loves us that much!
The Lord blessed our time in the open-air today. Please continue to pray for us on Wednesdays as we endeavor to reach students with the gospel of Jesus Christ.