This morning I read an article on how 29 lives are now gone. A mine blast occurred in New Zealand, trapping the 29 miners. A second blast within the mine has more than likely erased hopes of rescuing them. I read another article on the growing danger of cholera spreading in Haiti. And of course, there is the situation in Korea. So much is going on…
Living in America, I am realizing we are truly spoiled jackasses and we take so much for granted. We have the high 5 and 6 figure jobs… the big houses and cars… we have the capacity to be “grown & sexy”. Yet, when I hear about the peril throughout the world, I become concerned. Have we as Americans; that up in the air to the point we don’t stop and be grateful. As children of God, do we not take the time to simply say Thank You God and mean it?
On last night, a display of this good heart gesture was shown through my Fraternity. The Fort Washington (MD) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated decided to do our part and give back to the community. It did my heart joy to see the smiles on the families’ face that someone thought about them. As men of Kappa, we are Achievers in every right. But more so we, Men of Kappa, know that our blessings and who we are is due to God.
Take it a step further though. As children of God in general… what are we doing to give back? We have so much to be thankful for… and we celebrate that on Thanksgiving Day, but shouldn’t that be everyday? And yes, any of us can lift our hands and open our mouths in thanks to God, but can’t we also show our appreciation by giving back? By praying… making a sacrifice for others in need… depositing God-filled guidance into the children or others?
THOUGHT: This thanksgiving season should not be a season, but a daily part of who we are. Think about it… the simple/small things we have… many in this world don’t have. The gifts, talents, the very knowledge God gives us and can be shared with so many. Guess that’s why I like to write. As we sit down with family, friends, and loved ones… take the time to reflect over your life. When you were down, thought you would lose it all… the death of that love one seem too much… when you got that promotion… when that lady came into your life fellas (J)… when that man came into your life ladies… Think on the intangible that God gives us… and give Him thanks… but you can also give Him thanks, by serving others.
Happy Thanksgiving and Be blessed All…
Love of Christ…
Vince
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