Have you ever posted something online that could be degrading to someone? Something that could be seen as funny to one person, but to someone else hurtful? Words are a powerful thing, they can be used to build someone up, or bring someone down. During work today, I received the following video from a agency in Canada that works with those that are experiencing homelessness. While I work for an agency that provides to those that are lacking connections to resources, I also have the heart to help people see that the homeless are people just like you and I. They want the same things that we want.
They want a place to lay the head at night. A warm place to shower. When sick or in pain, a place to safely rest. They want friendship. They want a place to make a meal and sit at a table. They have simple needs, like being among others. Instead of seeing someone that is experiencing homelessness instantly as someone that is a danger, or do not care about themselves, take a moment to realize that they might be just like you. While there are some that are dangerous or do not want to better their eyes in your way, they most likely have dreams and goals just like you. Instead of looking down upon them, lift them up. Lift them up through prayer, volunteering at a local homeless shelter or food pantry. Lift them up by simply saying "hi".
"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me", have you heard that before? It is something that we often teach young children, so that they overcome what people speak about them. But in reverse, are we teaching young people that speaking bad about someone is okay because it will not hurt them? Our words should be uplifting and speaking positive about someone! Especially when posting online, please watch this video: Words are powerful!
Next time, before posting online, stop and THINK!
T - is it True?
H - is it Helpful?
I - is it Inspiring?
N - is it Necessary?
K - is it Kind?
Dear Heavenly Father, Holy week is upon us and you are coming again soon. You have set an example for us to serve the least of these, because by that we are serving and caring for you. Serving the least of these is something that is very challenging. Be with all agencies that work with those that are lacking resources and struggle to know where to turn when in trouble. All your children have simple needs, help us all to see just that! In Jesus name, Amen.
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