It is hard to turn on the TV and watch post-massive-earthquake Haiti coverage. Thousands upon thousands of people have been killed, thousands more have lost family members, homes, business and churches. Beyond that, basics for living are hard to come by - essentials you and I take for granted - like clean water and food.
I couldn't help but think of this passage from James, where James points out that those who truly have faith will live that faith out through their deeds. Yesterday at PWOC (Protestant Women of the Chapel), we looked at Hebrews 10:24, "And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works". So, with that idea fresh on my mind, I want to encourage us all, not to turn a blind eye on the people in Haiti, but from Christian love, let us take action, however we can.
- Perhaps you have skills that can be used and are willing to go help - medically or to rebuild?
- Maybe you could organize an outreach through your church or friends, collecting supplies or money to send to Haiti. For a neat story on how one group did this, visit my friend Jennifer's blog, to read about their efforts.
- If you can't go, perhaps you can give. Here are some organizations to consider (all of these are dedicated to meeting physical AND spiritual needs):
- We can ALL pray. There is much spiritual darkness there - let us pray that the LIGHT will shine brightly at this time and that through this devastation, many might be drawn to our Lord Jesus Christ.
