Something New
Something new...
That would really describe the recent weeks. It seems everyday is something new. I learn something new or met someone new.
I've learned...
That addicts by the Capitol Building go two by two into the port-a-potties to smoke crack. I've learned that Mexicans who want to come to America are brought over by drug dealers and have to work off their travel expenses by selling pot. I've learned that homeless people sleep in the middle of the side walks, over the steam vents, when it's cold. I've learned that there are some street kids who love you for only what you can give them.
I was humbled...
I met a new friend who has just recently gotten off the streets. He has been diagnosed with a traumatic mental illness, but he is a very genuine ands loving person. He has been meeting with us weekly to study the Bible and share meals with us. I've had some great conversation with him and I feel like I'm in the beginning stages of a friendship. Last night he came to the pool hall with a gift for me. When he gave me the $40 gift he was so excited that I could tell he really wanted to give me something from his heart. I almost started to tear up, but I held it together because crying in a pool hall is not allowed. WOW! A gift from someone who has no job. I didn't receive this gift lightly.
A little investment...
Two weeks ago I spent 20 minutes sitting with a girl and her crew at the pool hall. I didn't know her, but I wanted to. I wanted to get to know her and her boyfriend who seem really fun, even though she had never said "hi" to me before. She is one of those girls you can't figure out "why in the hell?" she's on the streets. She has this spark of life about her. Hope is still in her...somewhere. The three of us didn't have any great deep conversation. We all just joked around. Last night at Shakespears' she saw me, got a big smile on her face, then ran over and gave me a hug. It's amazing how showing a little attention to these kids creates such great feelings in them. All I can figure is that some of my Jesus must have bubbled out, got on her, and changed her life. Even if it was just a little bit.
My encouragment to you...
1. Learn new stuff. It'll open your eyes to a new world.
2. Meet new people (not the kind you normally hang with). We were built for relatonships.
3. See every gift as a blessing.
4. Take the time to invest in someone's life. It will change yours and theirs.
Comments
A new mindfix does not make something old, new. Rather a wondering, wafting idea that floats in your head for a while. Makes you ponder; but that is all. Breaking beyond the thoughts in your head, whether they are old or new is emerging into the reality of God blowing you allover this earth to action beyond your thoughts. Don't just think, don't just write, don't just explore... GO!
Posted by: Blue | February 10, 2006 11:00 PM