Lately I've had a few things on my mind. I am going to share my thoughts and WOULD love to hear what you have to say. Please keep in mind, these are only thoughts. No actions have been taken and I am stilling listening to what God is telling me. Here it goes...
I have a huge heart. And a part of my heart has been aching lately. In the city I live in, there are people that are homeless or living off the government. What if some of those people wanted, actually wanted, to better their life? What if they were looking to build a relationship with someone who would care, help, listen, and provide? What if they didn't know they could get out of their circumstances? What if I was the person to help them...?
During Christmas break, I rode around Birmingham checking out the different areas. I took a look at my job (that I love a WHOLE lot), the people who live in the projects, homeless people, homeless shelters, and non-profit organizations. I want to figure out how I do something to help people. I don't want to give them a hand out, I want to reach my hand out to pull them up. I want to help people who want help. I want to work with women. I want to help women figure out how to get jobs, take care of their finances, and become better people and citizens of our country. I want to help with grow.
As I turn all the things in my head, my restlessness is growing. I pray that God reveals His plan in His time. I know what I am doing now is making a difference, but I think I can do more. I know I can do more if He helps. I know I can be effective. I am making plans to volunteer with different non-profits to see if that's where I can serve. And I am considering getting a masters in social work. I am leaving all doors open until God shows me where to go.
I'd like your thoughts and opinion. If you know of a place I can volunteer or a way I can help...if you want to help me or your heart aches too for lost (in so many ways) people, I'd LOVE to hear from you.
"If a man shuts his hears to the cry of the poor, he too will cry out and not be answered." Proverbs 21:13
