This is Ron with your Motivational Message:
Would you allow your daughter to receive a heartfelt gift from a homeless person?
On one of our trips to Colorado, I had the opportunity to speak to a unique church. Its name was “Scum of the Earth for Jesus,” and its mission was to reach out to those who are struggling, so I fit right in. When we reflect back on the many things that we’ve done in our lives, I’m sure we’d all realize that we have all fallen into the category of “scum of the earth” at one time or another. Jesus says that “our human righteousness is as filthy rags to God.”
When we arrived at the church, we immediately felt accepted. After sharing my life story that night, everyone sat and enjoyed a meal together. It was during this time of fellowship that we heard some heavy personal stories; I thought about how quickly any one of us could become homeless. Kelli, Gracie and I left with an appreciation and a newfound sense of compassion for those who are forced to live on the street.
On our way out the door, a homeless man offered our three year old, Gracie, a special gift.
Click here to see the gift and hear the story from Ron:
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To your inspiration,
Ron
Another Great story Ron.
Here on St. Croix we have a lot of homeless people and when I see them I
wonder what is there story. You get so use to seeing certain ones that when
they aren’t there one day you really do miss seeing them.
What a beautiful story and such a great reminder that we all have a gift we can share with others, no matter what our circumstances.
Have a Blessed Thanksgiving weekend.
Thanks for the wonderful story. Praise the Lord that He takes us all regardless of how dirty we are and have been.
What a great example of Christian love.