Thanks for all I have...for I have much!

As a person who has had some amazing experiences, I consider myself blessed. Yet, what if all the gifts I have and blessings I have experienced were not for me, but so I could benefit others? And what if the more gifts you have means the more in debt you are to those around you who are lacking? There are a few who have more than I, but the majority around the world have allot less. You don't have to go far to see some one whom would love to have a roof over their heads or a decent meal. There are many who would love to be as smart as you, as well off as you financially. Many who would die do have a family like yours and have friends like your friends. Some want the confidence that you have, or the musical ability; the nice figure you have, or the athletic skill. You and I may feel at times like those who have not. We are not those that have not, we are people who have, and just don?t realize how much we have. I encourage you to give to those who lack your gifts. Give your intelligence, lend your confidence, give of your support. Share your Kindness or finances, Your health or tech skills. Even the ability to operate all your limbs is a gift, I have friends who would love to have that ability. While your thinking of all the things you have to fit in to your schedule, think of what you can do today to help out somebody else. What gift will you contribute to them that are lacking?

1 Thessalonians 5:14&15
We encourage you, brothers and sisters, to instruct those who are not living right, cheer up those who are discouraged, help the weak, and be patient with everyone. Make sure that no one ever pays back one wrong with another wrong. Instead, always try to do what is good for each other and everyone else.
Acts 20:35
I have given you an example that by working hard like this we should help the weak . We should remember the words that the Lord Jesus said, 'Giving gifts is more satisfying than receiving them.'"
Ephesians 4:16
He makes the whole body fit together and unites it through the support of every joint. As each and every part does its job, he makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love.
Luke 12:48
?From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.

Where the heck is Anytown?

If you have ever been on a mission trip or had to raise funds for some worthy cause, you may fully appreciate this story. I had spent many hours finishing a support letter to raise prayer support and financial support. Unfortunately, there was some information I was not aware of while writing the letter. I was unsure how much the trip would cost, or even the exact dates of the trip. In fact, I wasn?t even sure of what address to leave so people could send financial support. I guess I just figured that any details could be filled in at a later date. Sure, it may have been wiser to leave those spots blank so I wouldn't forget I made up crucial information. Unfortunately, wisdom is best served in hindsight. A couple weeks went by until deadlines began approaching. I would have to retrieve and finalize my letter. I put the finishing touches on it, and had one hundred copies printed out. I then sent out 28 letters to friends and family, with 22 on standby. It was then that the phone calls started coming in and those who felt that bad news was better meant to be in person. What was the bad news you ask? I had forgotten to change the stuff I made up. Luckily the price I put was only around $800 over, and the dates of the trip were pretty darn close. It was the wrong address that was a devastating blow. The address that directed people where to mail the financial support was completely fiction. As we speak, the US post office will be continually reminded why return addresses are such a wonderful Idea. The many envelopes addressed to:
1234 Main St.
Anytown, US 12345
will never make there destination. What glint of wisdom can you derive from such a sad story? It is this? to proofread. I don't care who you are, just proofread the stupid thing.