Carver Federal Savings Bank in Harlem NY is one of the largest African American Banks in the United States. Its stated mission is to foster growth in underserved communities by offering a variety of banking products. Any worthwhile endeavor begins by identifying its vision and mission. In Acts chapter 1, Jesus our Lord articulated His mission for us while He is absent. We read this in v. 8: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Witnessing about Jesus includes affirming Him as God in human form, being perfect in moral character, flawless in His teaching, loving in his deeds, and fully paying our sin debt by His death. He is alive today as God’s ruling King. He offers forgiveness of sins to all who place their trust in Him. He promises to one day return to rule on earth. While we await His return, He counts on us to witness for Him, fostering faith, love, peace, and justice in our world.
