Helped out at Bread of Life today for the homeless. What a good experience. Served food, talked to some guys, did dishes, cleaned up. Reminds me of where I used to be and I need to be constantly reminded how easy it is to return there. It wasn't that long ago I was homeless too and the stories were all too familiar. Heard a couple of excuses and lies that I have used before so I wasn't at all surprised to hear them. I am very fortunate to have met some very caring, compassionate and loving people who have helped me back on the right path. I need to do the same for others. I remember when it was hard to have hope and much easier to wallow in despair. Its not easy to do the right thing but its a lot more satisfying. I also remember when volunteering 6 hours to help someone else was a chore. Today I felt I got more out of it than they did.
Met with Pastor Luke today for an hour, did a little Bible study, prayed and just talked. I was thinking about leaving this area someday but now I'm having second thoughts. Maybe this is just where I need to be. I'm sure God will tell me.
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