Why Keep Going?

“The hardest thing to do is act when you’re not afraid.”

Do you agree?

I had to think a bit about yesterday’s quote. Not sure if it’s the hardest thing, but it sure is easy to sit on the sidelines when injustice doesn’t impact me directly.

I think that’s the biggest lesson I’ve learned from 13 years of supporting the kids at the Home of Hope. Those 22 kids are invisible in my everyday life. They live halfway around the world. I’ll never meet them. And while they know about our ride, and I’m sure their gratitude is genuine, their lives would go on without me. Project Rescue would do their best to continue supporting them.

So, why not take the easy path? Why not leave these kids to someone younger and more capable? Why is this my job?

I’m an old, retired guy. Why not relax and enjoy myself?

To some extent, we all take the easy path. We all, to one degree or another, turn away from the injustice that surrounds us. I suppose it’s unrealistic to take on every cause, but I know I feel pretty convicted lately about how often I ignore what’s right in front of me.

But, back to our 22 kids. I don’t continue because it’s my job. I certainly don’t do it because I’m the most capable or qualified.

I believe Jesus calls me to do it.

What exactly does that mean? For me, any time I consider stopping, it’s just very clear in my heart – that would be the wrong thing.

Not because I feel obligated, or because I would feel guilty. It’s just a very clear message – this is what I’m supposed to do.

Doing what I can with what I have, for as long as Jesus calls me – and trying to trust him for the outcome.

I think that’s the idea for all of us.