Ive seen him dozens of times at the grocery store. Bagging groceries. Often for us. My girls and I talk with him. Hes quiet. But kind. He has a story. It dont know it. But I do know this: Human beings matter. Tonight was the first time I saw him out of the store. At a convenience store across the street. I said hello, Merry Christmas and did my best to make him the recipient of my energy and good intentions. He responded with a smile and hello. I asked him what he was getting inside. He looked down a bit as embarrassed and said a few beers and some soda for my girl. I had a long week and I just want to relax and have some time to myself. I said I get it and that I was happy to see him and then we went our way. I checked out and peeked over to say goodbye. I noticed he had a 3 pack of beer and was filling several big gulp cups. Then the thought occurred; I looked in my pocket to see if I could leave money with the cashier to cover his purchase as an act of kindness. I didnt have it and a LONG line had formed. So I wished him well in my heart and left the store thinking I probably shouldnt be buying him beer and sodas anyway. Not and great gift, especially as a health professional. But as I sat in my car and watched him for a bit longer, new thoughts occurred...love waits. It doesnt judge. SO WHAT hes buying something I wouldnt...this isnt the time to lecture him. It IS the time to love him. In fact, its what God does for me all the time. And this time of year even more so. He loved me/us even when we werent worthy of loving or making the best choices in our lives. So I went in, waited in line, when it was my turn I called him up and paid for his things. He looked at me and almost with unbelief simply said thanks so much. We walked outside and I notice him walking. You need a ride? To which he replies: really?! Sure I say, lets roll! We had a great talk. I was able to just share some joy and kindness with him. Would have missed it all if God didnt nudge me to go the extra step. Who knows what the small act meant to him. Doesnt matter. And it SO does all at once. Kindness and love goes beyond ordinary. It does things that seem unreasonable, but they wind up becoming the norm. I prayed for this chance today and it almost slipped by me. But it didnt :) May this time of year touch your heart in a way that guides you to act in extraordinary ways for intentions greater than self. To lift and activate others while setting aside a bit of your comfort. God did it for us thousands of years ago and every day since. Its the pattern. Copy it. This IS fitness. Its spiritual, mental, emotional and physical. Fitness lives outside the gym. Dont miss that...people need you to rise up. To activate their lives. You need It. I need It. And I share this not because Im good. Im not. I share it because I almost drove away. I share it to remind you of the greatness within. That little things matter. When youre aware and you act above and beyond the norm, when the action ends is when it actually begins. #eyesupriseup #getactivated #activeight #activprayer #strengthtoserve
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 01:34:03 +0000
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