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Ideas for "Stop Light" Homeless Interactions

6/1/2021

 
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Since moving to an area in Florida with one of the highest homeless rates in the nation, I began a quest for ideas to solve the awkward and tragic situation that was happening at many stop lights. There, a homeless person would stand, holding a sign, begging for help. 

Because I was aware that even $1 could purchase a hit of Spice, an extremely damaging drug, I was uncomfortable giving money. But if not that, then what?

Produce rots quickly in a hot vehicle in Florida. Bus tickets can be gotten free by the homeless, so paying $7 each didn't make sense. Giving away socks works in the winter. Still...

So, imagine my gratitude and relief when I got the idea to share a protein bar with my new homeless friends. I've since added individual peanut butter packets (because so many are even without teeth). 

 Why even worry about it? 
  1. Beyond the stress and hunger of being homeless, the #1 pain is the sense of shame. Most people, at stoplights, look away because they don't have anything to share, and therefore don't want to draw attention to themselves. The joy of having a gift ready at hand (I keep mine in the door compartment next to the driver's seat), means I can look directly into their eyes, extending them God's love (verbally or silently), and extend a moment of joyful human connection.
  2. They are often actually very hungry. I can't count the number of times I've seen the recipient turn away from the line of cars and frantically consume the food I've just provided.

The Bible speaks of gifting a cup of water to someone, for Jesus' sake. People who are at the level of poverty where they are willing to stand one a street corner and beg for help truly need help. Very few of them are "just there for the money." They are desperate. 

While we can't meet their every need, we can all do our part. Prayerfully consider what God is calling YOU to do and then begin doing it with the joy of the Lord. 

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Marnie Swedberg embodies faith-in-action while generating "aha" moments of perspective transformation through her keynotes, media appearances, 14 books and online programs. As the  mentor to millions she provides coaching, practical help and clear, God-centric focus. Check out all the free and paid coaching/training options here and also visit Marnie's  www.WomenSpeakers.com directory featuring over 1300 Christian Women Speakers. It's the largest directory of its kind in the world. Invite Marnie to  share with your audience. Welcome!

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