real HOPE

this afternoon I had the pleasure of joining some other believers at Garner United Methodist Church, and together we offered several homeless folks some warm food, a warm shower in their gymnasium locker rooms, and some clean clothes. it was an eye-opening experience and I had a wonderful time. my kids were all with me and I believe it was good for them to experience as well. sometimes I think our eyes are blinded to other's realities.
I had the privilege of sharing meal time with Danny...what a sweet spirited man...but with lots of needs...he seemed to be in a lot of pain and we were able to discover that his feet were bleeding because his shoes were too small and he walks several miles each day...the soles of his feet were covered with bleeding blisters...the group was able to offer some medical treatment and send some medical ointment and wrapping with him. Luke was sitting with Danny and I...and participated in the conversation. It was an enlightening experience for Luke and I both as we learned that Danny's daughter, Heather goes to Luke's school. I know that many of you reading this met others as well....let's remember to pray for them all.
it was wonderful to have such an opportunity to really offer some others a real HOPE!