July 20th, 2020: Being There for Others
Many young people today are growing up without the presence of
their father or mother. Please understand that I am not finger
pointing at anyone in particular. I am just stating facts. Some don't
even have any relationship with one of their parents. Whether we want to
face it or not, this creates a void in these young folks. Some of them
are looking for guidance and support. But that is hard to come by
because we are too busy. Some of us might consider taking a risk to
provide these types of care for some young men and women in your circle
of influence.
It is rewarding to get involved
in someone's life and see him (her) grow and prosper. It is a chain
reaction that creates hope. One conversation after another we invest in
another human being. One decision at a time, we can see the maturity and
courageous struggle of these young people. One challenge at a time, we
can see how they are coming to terms with themselves.
It
is a calling to be there for someone, not just a duty. It is a high
calling. It is also a great privilege to do that. It is not just about a
short period. It can be a life long relationship that we are creating
with these young folks. It is not about power. It is about learning how
to live our life for another. Sometimes this can come with some great
sacrifice on our part. It can also bring great pleasure and joy to do
that.
It is a relationship that goes beyond
cultural, religious, and economic differences. We are engaging in
something that can be viewed as being ordained by God. We find that our
view of the world expanding, and our heart is trying to respond to that.
We struggle at times, and yet we push further to discover who we are
becoming by caring that much. That itself is a tremendous gift.
So
my friends, please step out of your comfort and take a young person
under your wing if you are able. You will experience some of the things I
mentioned above. I have certainly experienced it. Let our presence be a
healing one by doing just that. The most amazing thing I have also
witnessed is some of these young folks eventually will do the same
things to the younger than generations than theirs. The chain reaction
is now multiplying further.
Mark 10: 45
"For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
