Providence Baptist Church, Gallion
Bethel Baptist Association
Favorite Verse: Hebrews 13:5
Favorite Hymn: “The Longer I Serve Him, the Sweeter He Grows”
Hobbies: Playing with great-grand-children and visiting shut-ins
Family Status: Widowed after 45 years of marriage, two daughters, six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren
Margaret Cross began teaching Sunday School when she was 19 years old. At age 84, she has taught all ages and currently leads the young adult women’s class.
Q: What led you to teach Sunday School?
A: When I was saved, the first thing that changed in my life was that I loved the Bible. I loved to study it, and I wanted to teach someone else what I had learned.
Q: Why have you continued through the years?
A: I loved it and that is what the Lord has called me to do. I love the Lord and I love doing what He has for me to do.
Q: What does this ministry demand?
A: A lot of work, studying and visiting and keeping up with members and prospects.
Q: How do family members support you?
A: They support me. They are church members and they are faithful, too.
Q: What do you get from the ministry?
A: I get peace and comfort knowing that I’m doing what the Lord has for me to do. It just brings a great joy to my life.
Q: How do you see yourself involved in this in the future?
A: I plan to stay involved in it as long as the Lord gives me breath and wants me in it.
Q: What difference will this ministry make for you in the future?
A: It gives me a sense of peace knowing that when the Lord gets ready for me, I’m ready and I’ve followed His will for my life.
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