Did it work? Did the picture of yummy goodness bring you to this page…no I’m not trying to make you feel bad…I’m trying to make you think. I’m just as guilty…
Over 800 million people are suffering from hunger today.
Thousands will die from hunger.
Yet day after day, we hear someone say “I’m starving!” when they don’t even know what hunger truly is.
I challenge you to go a day with only water to drink. Try to give up Soda or coke…or even sugar all together (extremely hard – I’ve tried it before). Could you do it? Do you even know what hunger truly is?
The Bible says, “But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into this world and we cannot take anything out of the world. BUT if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content.” 1 Timothy 6:6-7
Why is it that we are never content? We live in a consumer driven world. Every commercial, billboard, magazine, and even crazy ads online that somehow know our every want and need…they all are out there to get us…ok that sounds crazy but seriously, I work in Marketing and I will let you in on a secret: we are out there to get your attention. Every event I work at, every health fair I setup at, and every stress ball I give away, has our Community Chiropractic logo on it.
Today, your parents or you may not need a chiropractor BUT when you read this or when you pick up a free pen from a Doctor’s office with our logo on it one day, when your back is hurting, you’ll remember that blue logo and give me a call.
It’s all a part of marketing. I’m not downing marketing or especially my job (I LOVE MY JOB AND MY OFFICE), but I am saying we live in a consumer driven world. If you see chocolate on television 5 commercials in a row, guess what Snickers will be on your shopping list before you leave the room.
It’s just how we live. I say all this to simply remind you to strive to be content. It’s a tough one when the world offers so much and so many amazing chocolaty things, but strive to be content with the simple things you have in life. Be thankful for everything and pray for those that are in need.
Today’s scripture in Sunday School was in James Chapter 2:1-13 where James warns us against favoritism and teaches us not to treat the poor any different than the rich. When was the last time you gave someone food or drink just because? Have you helped anyone out in need lately? What could you give away to help someone else?
I know, we aren’t all filthy rich. At least I’m not, but we all have more than we need most of the time. I challenge you (again) to take at least one thing to the Dream Center Resale store in Pickens or Easley or wherever is closest to you. Did you know every dime that store makes goes directly tot eh Dream Center which educates and feeds the homeless? They even have an “Opportunity Village” for homeless families in need.
If you are looking for a place to volunteer, this would be a great place to start. BUT FIRST learn to be content yourself. Help others. And when you can’t do anything else, you can ALWAYS PRAY!
May God bless you and Show You His Grace Every Day!