thanks...and giving

So today on the way to Church I saw something that I honestly dont think I have ever seen before....I saw someone standing at an  intersection holding a sign that said "hungry,need help"  and I have to admit that he did look legit...but what I saw next amazed me...I saw the driver in the car behind me roll down his window and hold out money for this man, then another person, and another person, in total 4 cars rolled down their windows and gave this man money, and each time, this man bowed his head to them,shook their hand and said thank you.

It made me think, how hardened have we become to this "panhandling" that we avert our eyes, and make sure our car doors are locked.  Or even mutter under our breath -probably gonna spend the money on _____.

I have to admit that I did check my door locks, but then after seeing these acts of pure generosity I was wishing that I had a little extra something to give to him as well.....

I am sure that some people would say oh it's just because it is the christmas season, thats not the norm......well, maybe it should be.  maybe we should look past our own issues or stereotypes and remember that there are people out there who have no other options, and need to stand on the corner with a sign asking, no begging for someone, anyone to pity them enough to help...

So, I just had to share that today. That is what I saw and I was convicted of my own actions....