I keep a stash of Peanut Butter Crackers in my filing cabinet drawer for when I get hungry, and don’t really have the opportunity to get a “real meal.” I started to open a pack this morning when I was reminded of this video that I saw this weekend, and I honestly decided not to eat them.
I was reminded of how I so easily take for granted things that to me may seem insignificant, but to someone else may mean the difference between life and death. This video caused me to face the brutal reality of just how blessed I am, and how desperately hopeless other people in this world are. This video has haunted me. Its tough to watch, but I would challenge you to carve out 9+ minutes to watch it. Please don’t turn your head, so you don’t have to be confronted with the misery of others. Allow God to touch your heart with compassion, and ask Him to show you what you can do to make a difference in the life of someone else. I know I am.
Oh yeah, and don’t forget to be thankful for the little things, like peanut butter crackers.
Thanks Anne, for the reality check.
How do we go back to life a ususal after viewing that video? I know we all have a special calling on our lives and that no job is too small or its weight less than that of others but I want to serve a purpose in life – a real purpose.
It is hard to play golf or fish, etc. knowing this takes place all around the world. Lord, help me step up.
Dude, I wish I was a child, so I could be more like Jesus… What a sad situation, but at the same time what a great view of compassion, all from a child…. amazing, truly amazing…
Well.. I cried my eyes out.. still crying, even though I know these kids are going to be OK.. I can’t help but cry for the ones in the dirt, starving for food and love.