We all have a part to play

As I admire the beauty of the natural areas I keep seeing the impact humans are having on the world. The smoke stack looms high above the tree line. The black smoke rolls out and appears as a cloud ready to rain, but the puffs keep moving. And you can sure smell it. Getting stronger when the wind blows from the west, carrying it all over the city.

The houses along the lake remind me that people live here, in this wilderness, too. I come to see the natural wildlife that we are increasingly a part of, yet have less concern for than ever in history.

The rocks are cut to make way for humans. But did anyone ever stop to think about the home it took away from the animals?

And the trash. Its everywhere. Along the paths, under a tree, behind a rock. Everywhere I go there is always something that does not belong.

Each time I notice the human impact on the world I am reminded that I am a part of this too. And I have a part to play, for better or for worse. I know what Im going to do, do you?

Make a Difference

We live in a world that is not as it should be. 

With hatred, pain, suffering, carelessness and so much more. 

We like to be comfortable, doing what we know works. 

Is this how we are meant to live? 

I believe the answer is no. 

We have a moral obligation to make things better in our lives and in the lives of others around us. 

To take risks and to do the unimaginable. 

This is huge and often overwhelming. 

But it is possible. 

So speak up, do what is right, do for others who are not able to give back in return. 

We all have passions, skills and desires. 

Use them!

Ephesians 4:1-3, 7

Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.... However, he has given each one of us a special gift through the generosity of Christ.