Make a change

Recently I went to Guatemala to participate in a build for Habitat for Humanity. There are so many words to describe this trip, but the word that sticks out in my mind is humbling. The worksite that I was on was in charge of building a home that was about 300 sq. ft...my duplex is bigger than that! My first thought was, "wow that is tiny," but compared to the conditions they were currently living in, it was definitely a step up. I loved getting to know each member of the family, especially the children. We come from such a greedy generation. We want more, more, more and are never fully satisfied. Yet, these children who have nothing; no iPhone or tablet to play with, no television, no car, these are some of the happiest children I have ever seen.

I have grown so much from this trip and have realized how much I complain about even though I have everything I need. I think each of us can relate to at least one of the "First World Problems" meme... I know I can! In the future I hope to be able to participate in more trips like this one, and am even planning on going back to Guatemala this summer to volunteer.

Please don't think you have to go to another country to make a difference in someone's life. There are plenty of people in your community who could benefit from your kindness. There are many things you could do: donate clothing, get involved with a Boys and Girls Club, give to your local food bank and get involved with Habitat for Humanity in your community!





 1 John 2:15-17 Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride in possessions—is not from the Father but is from the world. And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever.

 

Go make a difference! - XOXO, Kathie