The brightest diamond;

I had an epiphany. I’ve been caring too much about the how and not focusing on the why.  For the past ten months I have been facing homelessness after being released from my current contract job. I’ve been worried to the point of two emotional breakdowns in the past month alone. As the weeks progress I become more and more worried that I won’t find a place to live.

What I should be focusing on is the fact that I will be able to love and serve those who need it in Grand Rapids. There are so many homeless and needy people that are hurting for someone to meet their physical and emotional needs. While having shelter is a legitimate concern, I should be overwhelmed with joy at the thought of being able to meet the needs and serve these people who are otherwise forgotten. 

I don’t care if I have to slum it or scrape by for awhile. I want to love these people regardless of where it puts me financially.  Let my intense love defeat my worries of how, so I can fulfill the why.

Why?