My children have lived around the world. They have learned what poverty, compassion, kindness and love are first hand from helping children in 3rd world countries.
Last year we went to Thailand, it was so amazing to see them interact with the Thai children. Even more amazing is the lasting impression it has left on their
little hearts and minds.
They are faithful and passionate about helping others, especially orphans. My eldest daughter has been collecting money to feed orphans. She gives her allowance to feed orphans. Any loose change lying around will also end up in her jar and she has been thinking of other ways to raise money.Last week, it was snowing and cold but she was determined to raise more money. Her and a friend decided to go door to door in our neighborhood and ask people to donate their change. We don’t know our neighbors and I wasn’t thrilled with the idea but she was so determined that I couldn’t say no. They walked around for about half an hour before they were too cold. They collected $1.50. They came home freezing and so excited to show me the $1.50 they collected. I told them that they had done a great job but was thinking “that’s it” for all their efforts. My daughter proceeded to excitedly tell me that was six more meals that an orphan would receive. To her it wasn’t only $1.50, it was six meals.
Somewhere along the way I have forgotten that it all counts. Everything you do makes a difference. She reminded me that small acts of kindness make a big difference. I strive to care as much as she does. I want to be faithful to make a difference every day. Do you? I challenge you to do something every day to show the people in your life and around the world that you care.
Luke 16:10a “If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones.”
Galatians 5:22 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control..."
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