Monday, March 14, 2011

Don't only pray - send cash!

Since this is the kind of life we have chosen, the life of the Spirit, let us make sure that we do not just hold it as an idea in our heads or a sentiment in our hearts, but work out its implications in every detail of our lives. Gal. 5:25
We can't know what is right, we have to do what is right. We can't just 'feel' like we care, we need to show it. Thinking and Feeling strongly about following Jesus is wonderful, but it's not authentic unless it is demonstrated in the way we live. Audrey and I know it is right to give to the poor, and we can be touched to tears when we see people in need, but if we don't do something to help - what good is that? We think and we feel, but we need to act. I saw a note on the internet regarding Japan's devastation which read "Don't pray - send cash". Obviously this person has no comprehension of the power of prayer, but I did understand the need to do both. It should have read "Don't only pray, send cash". May I live what I know and feel, and may it make a difference in this world where Jesus has called me to be light and salt.

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