I think there is something inside all of us that desires to make a difference. We get caught up into our own lives and worries and stresses but when something like Haiti hits, it seems like there is something inside of us that wants to do something. People who have never thought of giving money, are giving money to this horrible disaster. People who would normally plan their crusie ship vacations are wanting to plan a mission trip to help out these wonderful people who have been so devastated by nature. I believe God has shaped us for doing good for others. Jesus said it, "Love God and love others."
My 11 year old daughter came to me and said, "Dad, I feel like I need to do something for the people in Haiti." I said, "Well, what do you want to do?" She said, "I can make bracelets and sell them and give all the money to World Vision." I said, "Go for it." Last Monday, on MLK weekend, she and a friend made the Haiti bracelets and set up shop by a local Starbucks and sold $145.00 worth of bracelets to go to aid people in Haiti." That night I asked her, "Why did you feel like you wanted to do what you did today?" She said, "I felt moved to do it."
I believe we were designed to make a difference and serve. I guess the question is, Who are you serving today? Maybe allow God to move in your heart to look outside yourself and to get in the game and serve. When you do, you may feel burdened and broken over the hurt and disaster, but who know that may just be the sign that you are really living and that you are really human.
Christ First,
Pastor Chuck
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