The Power of a Moment

Don't ever underestimate the power of one moment. It seems like some of the greatest miracles in life are seen in an inconspicuous moment of time: a brief word of encouragement, a chance opportunity at generosity, a split second decision that can effect the rest of your day or even the rest of your life. All too quickly I find I'm too busy to be "inconvenienced" with a powerful opportunity.
How long does it really take to hold the door open for somebody at the restaurant or compliment somebody on a job well done? It may seem insignificant to you, or it may seem like the biggest put-out you could imagine, but for the ones you touch it could mean the world.
The other day I was driving along and saw somebody in need of help holding a sign at one of our local super-markets. I made eye contact with this individual and then drove away. As soon as I did, I felt a deep urge to turn around and do what I could to help them. (I know: this story seems all too familiar...we've all been there!) When I came back around to talk with them, the conversation very quickly turned to God and how He had been meeting needs in miraculous ways for this individual. I asked if they attended church somewhere and they said, "I don't right now, but I've been thinking about going to that one on the corner. What's it called? Oh, yeah, Faith Tabernacle." I briefly stated I went there as well and asked if I could pray for them. They very graciously accepted.
When I got back into my vehicle, the thought occurred to me: what if I didn't turn around to help? That individual and I looked each other right in the eye before I drove on. They would have recognized me had I took the stage and sat down behind the piano if they visited our church. My hope and desire for my life, the life of my family, and the life of my church family at Faith Tabernacle, is that we would be people who put our religion where our mouth is. That not only would we be Extra Mile Christians inside our walls, but that this community would be impacted by a group of sincere and compassionate Disciples of Christ who are willing to do whatever it takes to change even ONE life for eternity. May God grant to us willing hearts and may we do whatever it takes and pay whatever it costs to be who God is calling us to be.

-P. Jimmy