Love Mercy ’09
Tomorrow will be day one of two that the Wesleyan teens taking part in the Love Mercy youth convention will have the opportunity to make a Help Bag themselves. They’ll see the seemingly unimportant items that are packed in them and hear a few stories about the lives of the people they have touched.
When I was writing some notes of what to share with them I was reminded that this is all because I listened to God. Its so hard in this crazy time to be still and listen. Even harder to not blow it off or try to bargain your way out of real work or commitment. I am so thankful every day since Help Bags was born this year that God has let me see His hand at work thru these little bags.
I have received support from those I never would have guessed would be a part of it. I truly learned what priorities and scheduling is all about. I juggle a full time job, school at night, Help Bags and still have to eeek out time for the world’s most patient and understanding boyfriend.
I have also been shown how much I have and that material things mean so little at the end of the day.
I hope these teens see for a second what God will do thru us if we give Him half a chance. I feel so blessed and honored everyday that he thinks enough of me to let me do Help Bags in His name.
To all of you amazing people who donated – thank you! Who knows what will come from these kids – I am betting a lot more than we could ever dream. Remember them in your prayers and those without a bed to sleep in tonite as well…
Together we really are helping the homeless one Bag at a time!