Monday, March 20, 2006

 

Inspiration in a Soup Kitchen

I found inspiration in a man who I met in a soup kitchen. I went with a group of young adults to serve a lunch, consisting of spaghetti, salad, and desert to a group of clients who resided in this house. I got so much more from that experience beyond just serving lunch. I feel I was meant to be there and to sit down with a gentleman named Eddie. He was an inspiring role model. I learned that he had been shot and was not supposed to live. He wakes up every morning, with a smile and peace in his heart, and knows that God saved him from the streets. He knows that there is a reason he is still living and lives every day as a gift. If he can do it, I can do it.
He gave me some strength to just hang on and keep going. I had some common interests with him, such as writing and listening to jazz. I really got so much from spending time with Eddie and hope to pass it along to others.
It truly makes a difference and helps you to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
I know I saw a lot of hope in this man, Eddie.
What would it take for you to get inspired today? Please post comments or thoughts.
Thank you.

Comments:
Great post. You found the face of God in the least likely place - in the poor and outcast. But that's where Jesus saw God too (not to mention Mother Teresa and Dorothy Day, two modern day saints). You are in good company finding His face there rather than only in churches and cathedrals.

May you continue to find His face wherever you go, and in the unlikeliest of places.
 
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