“Freely you have received, freely give.” Matthew 10:8
What would it take for you and I to make this world we live in a better place?
Is there anything we can do to make a difference?
I think if we all made a decision to give a little “something” it would help.
It may be difficult to believe that anything we do can make a difference to the worlds’ problems. There seem to be so many things that are outside of our control – famines, wars, natural disasters, all causing devastation to families and homes; poverty, injustice and evil seems more prevalent than good. However I believe “Every little helps”, to quote a common phrase from a well know retailer. If we each try and “do a little something”, it can help make a difference to our families, extended families, local community, national and international charities, who knows … the ripples of good can go a long way around the globe!
We get so busy in our own lives that at times we forget the importance of doing the little things that can make a difference to those in need. Last Christmas I was asked to volunteer and help with a food drive for my local Food Bank. Just to give 2 hours of my time to ask customers at the local supermarket to give food items to help those individuals and families who didn’t have enough food. It was a great experience! I wrapped up warm in my layers of clothes and handed out the flyers, speaking to customers as the entered the store.
You know how it is… some people listen, others are busy and don’t have time, a few are a bit rude, but whatever the response, in the end I was happy that there was food deposited in the trolley that would help to feed people who needed it!
We may think that what we have to give isn’t much, but if we give it freely it can make a big difference to someone else’s life. There are many people around us who are going through difficult times, starving – some for food, some for affection, a little attention, or practical help that we can give. Charities are often looking for willing people to volunteer. It may not cost us anything at all, just a little bit of our time if we’re willing to give it.
Let us consider ways we can help others. I think we could all give back. Do some good for the world we live in. It would do us all a world of good! (smile). Maybe we would smile more and be less stressed, as doing good for others is good for us too!!
Here is another little thing we can do… clear out our homes and wardrobes of all the clothes, shoes and household items we really don’t need any more and donate them to a local charity shop. Then the person who buys the items at a reasonable price is happy; the charity is happy to receive some funds from the sale and we are happier in a decluttered home!!
A win, win, win situation! It’s just great to give!
Be encouraged.