I’ve been thinking again. I know it is dangerous on those rare occasions when my mind actually turns on and starts producing thoughts but wouldn’t it be great if we could create a “Win Win World”.
Yea, I know times are really hard right now for a whole lot of people. People are losing jobs and everything is costing more. Heck, if you have a job you can hardly afford the gas to get to and from work. Stocks are down and stress is up. I know it looks bad on the surface, but I’ve been thinking, what if God wants to use these times for something amazing. See here is what I am noticing, some people feel like they have nothing left but time on their hands others are being stretched so thin they can’t find the time to get everything done. So what if we started helping match people with time or talent with those who have needs.
Think about it. This is the perfect time to get some help with that project you have been putting off. Maybe it is a new web page for your business. Maybe it is landscaping your yard or building a new deck. You name it and I bet there is someone in our community of faith who could help you. Got an extra room and need a roommate? Looking for a carpool to school or work?
I am getting calls every day from people who are looking for work and they have lost more than income. They need to make a difference. They need to have some purpose to their days as well as a little cash to cover some bills. So let me know if you have a project and I will try and match you up with someone who can help.
Yes, Jay, that is a great idea. Our own mini classified ad section, you are so smart. That’s why you are our fearless leader. And a much appreciated one, at that.
Comment by Ashley Tindle — August 13, 2008 @ 11:40 am |
A truly great thought. I’m currently reading “Shattered Dreams” and the philosophy of this book really speaks to the dark times many are facing…”In deep darkness, you cannot see. But you can hear. You may hear for the first time what your heart is saying…From the deepest part of your soul, you can hear words reflecting a resolve that will not let go of God: Bless me! Not because I am good, but because you are good; not because I deserve your blessing, but because it is Your nature to bless. I really can’t help myself. I appeal not to who I am. You owe me nothing. I appeal only to who You are.” Larry Crabb
Wow, a suffering that brings the truest intimacy with God!
Comment by organicsouls — August 13, 2008 @ 2:25 pm |
This reminds me of the “ask for help” weeks that were featured in the Second Cup about a year ago, in which people brought their needs and others offered to help. That’s one reason the church exists.
I’m on board with you Jay. I talked to a man today who was saying he was having such a hard time, but he admitted being too prideful to ask for much help. I got to thinking about how we’re not meant to go it alone. About how a “cord of three is not easily broken.” And I got to thinking about the original church (I just read Acts 5 and 6) was a place where people ended up without need because everyone helped each other. Boy, it would be great if it were “Win Win” – if everyone helped and were not afraid to ask. Just think, there wouldn’t be as much of a need for government aid… the people in the church acting as a sort of insurance for each other. I like it, and I hope I don’t ever get too caught up in myself to not meet the church’s needs.
Thanks for the post, Jay.
Comment by Mike Browning — August 14, 2008 @ 12:22 am |