Last night, I watched this soul-stirring trailer and not only did I cry (surprise, surprise), but I felt like there was an unmistakeable synchronicity to my viewing this video at the heels of how I've been feeling lately: a pitifully unproductive and self-absorbed, Woe-is-Me funk (just keeping it real, folks). I feel like I am being called to take the focus off myself for a change and to get up and DO SOMETHING for someone else. Donating money to causes like these are as helpful as much as they are necessary, but there are so many moments where I wish I could travel to these locations and offer my time. Or a hug, because Lord knows I have a lot of those to give.
I know it is upsetting to watch videos like these, but personally, I have found that sometimes I need to actually see what my mind knows exists. Phil brought this trailer to my attention tonight; I love knowing that he is moved by this as much as I am and I dream of the things he and I can do together to change the world. We aren't parents, but who says we still can't be role models?
As much as I am inspired to do something, I would also like to inspire YOU. We all have something to offer; can you imagine what this world would be like if each of us, every day, committed just ONE selfless act to benefit another human being? The possiblities are endless. We do not have to wait for organized opportunities to reach out; we can begin today, right where we are, wherever that may be.
The Ripple Effect.
Ready? Go.
Thanks for this. I could always use a good kick in the pants! No excuses huh? Keep us posted on what you do with this recent surge of motivation!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this Ang. This is why Luke and I started sponsoring a boy from Ethiopia last year through Children's Hope Chest. We send money, with letters and pictures constantly telling him that he is loved and that someone cares for him. Someday, I'd really like to go visit him! We don't have kids of our own yet, so this is the best thing we can do for someone who desperately needs it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this Angie! This is exactly how I felt when we (I) decided that we should sponsor a child. Now sweet little Edwin feels like a member of the family and I can't wait for the day we meet him in person!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and thanks for sharing! It's easy to be complacent...
ReplyDeleteAwesome little post. I've been feeling ineffective and small too but i am all for getting the ripple effect going. I'm with you all the way!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's true. When I am tempted to think I have nothing to offer other people, I remind myself that God made each of us special with our own unique talents and I have my own unique take on the world to offer! No one else can do that but me!
ReplyDeleteI love that God is moving you to help somewhere personally, and I'm excited to see where this leads you!
I missed reading this post the other night. As I watched the video it moved me beyond belief because of how close this hits to home. We adopted our 4yr old daughter from Ethiopia and so I can relate in such a close way to what this man is doing. The need is far greater than anyone ever sees, or does anything about. Even though I've given a child a home and we are her parents I still feel a deeper calling to step up and do even more.We can make a difference if we get involved, if we don't things just get worse.
ReplyDeleteI missed reading this post the other night. As I watched the video it moved me beyond belief because of how close this hits to home. We adopted our 4yr old daughter from Ethiopia and so I can relate in such a close way to what this man is doing. The need is far greater than anyone ever sees, or does anything about. Even though I've given a child a home and we are her parents I still feel a deeper calling to step up and do even more.We can make a difference if we get involved, if we don't things just get worse.
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