Creating Caring OpportunitiesSample

Meeting Basic Physical Needs

When you drive by a home that is in a state of disrepair, where do your thoughts go? Do you view it with contempt for how it is dragging down the image of the neighborhood? Or do you feel compassion and want to know how you can help? The reasons can be complex, but as Mike Wahl shares, people sometimes face difficulties that are beyond their control.

This story is similar to when Jesus talks about doing acts of kindness for the hurting and oppressed. He says if you give someone a glass of water or provide food for “the least of these" - it is as if you are doing it for Christ Himself. That is an incredible perspective. And a challenging way to look at those in our communities who face difficult situations. Are there people for whom a simple act of kindness could make a big difference? Look beyond the surface and learn their stories. It may even open the door for talking to them about Jesus.