The Church & Me: Keeping Christ in Christmas

During the holidays a lot of people and churches focus on homeless ministry and try to help those in need have a blessed holiday. But, what about the other days of the year? How can we be effective in homeless ministry and make a real impact on those who need it most? Today's guest, Dr. A. Jerome Butler shares great information on this topic as well as personal financial tips that will bless you.

Dr. Butler is a Motivational Speaker, Life Coach, and Ordained Minister. He was born in New York City but presently lives in the Columbia, South Carolina area with his wife Crystal L. Butler and their children. Dr. Butler received his Ph.D. and Master’s degree from Cenfield School of Religion, where he was an Associate Professor of Old Testament Religion. His present ministry is building homes for Veterans and homeless families (The Grace Project).

Dr. Butler has authored 5 books and hosts a renowned podcast “Moments of Grace Podcast” which is going into its second season. He has a teaching ministry on Facebook every Saturday morning from 8:00 am to 8:30 am (Sunrise Saturday).

He has spent over 15 years in the financial arenas of mortgage, investments, and insurance industries. Utilizing that knowledge, he endeavors to assist people in understanding the fiduciary correlation of debt. He is presently the Lead Coach with Trade Academy Pro (https://tradeacademypro.com/).

Dr. Butler has one purpose, which is to use the wisdom of the ages and make life relevant for this time. His motto is “Success is on Purpose.”

Interview Highlights

· Dr. Butler talks about how he started working in a homeless ministry.

· “Here God tells me I want this property to be for the homeless and for vets.” – Dr. A. Jerome Butler

· Dr. Butler explains the vision of their program for the homeless.

· “After the ten years, their graduation is us handing that property over to them free and clear.” – Dr. A. Jerome Butler

· “We believe in having financial legacy, not just literacy.” – Dr. A. Jerome Butler

· Dr. Butler shares some of the misconceptions about homelessness and how we can eradicate those myths.

· “All they need is one medical issue to go on, one life issue to go on, and they’re homeless.” – Dr. A Jerome Butler

· Dr. Butler shares tips for churches and Christians to do more for the homeless ministry.

· “Try to take the stigma off coming and being a part of receiving whatever the church has to offer.” – Dr. A. Jerome Butler

· “People will believe 50% of what you say, but 100% of what you do.” – Dr. A. Jerome Butler

Relevant Links & Resources

* Contact Dr. Butler at 864-324-1464 and [email protected].

* Learn more about the Grace Project Homes at https://drajrbutler.com/,

* Listen to the podcast to receive your exclusive promo code for financial services with Trade Academy Pro https://tradeacademypro.com/.

* Listen to his podcast, Moments of Grace at www.Momentspod.com

Follow us on Instagram & Twitter.

Learn more about your host, Sherry Jones at https://sherryspeakslife.com/.

Take care, be blessed, be safe, and remember, the church is not a building. We are the church!