A few days ago I met a woman who has been homeless more than once.
She was giving thanks to the folks who helped her during those difficult days.
It was humbling to be reminded "but by the grace of God go I."
Today I want to say how thankful I am to have a house...
a roof over my head and a safe place to lay my head at night.
I have lived in apartments, tiny cabins, a single wide trailer and even
a camper made for the back of a pick up and I've been thankful
for each one! And even though we have it up for sale,
I am still grateful for the sweet time God has allowed us to enjoy
this particular country home nestled in it's a beautiful, peaceful setting.
My heart cries for women who have lost their homes.
So much of our identity is wrapped up in being a keeper of our home...
that's who God made us to be.
A homeless woman's sense of loss must be so much greater than a man's.
So I am also thankful for people who help people...
people like the woman I met a few days ago who needed someone to care.
I want to be more of a part of that kind of caring and helping.
God has shown me a way... so please check out my next post to see how.
Lord God... thank you so much for giving me a roof over my head and
all the other creature comforts I take so for granted. Father, enlarge
my heart for those who are hurting... especially for those women who
have lost their homes for whatever reason. Show me ways to help make
a differenceusing the gifts and talents and finances You've given me
so that others may know You care through me. Amen