I am sitting in the passenger seat of a car that is Abilene-bound. We should arrive after 1am. I've spent only 3 nights out if the last 12 at home and the rest in hotels. Some for business, some for pleasure. Being so tired after weeks of traveling has me thinking about the many first responders going on very little sleep around the world.
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In many of my recent travels, I have been spending time with my firefighter customers and friends. The story is similar in most towns, large and small: big fires, technical rescues, and very little reprieve. Men and women who are in service to their community.
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As I think about the men and women who so often are overworked and underpaid, I think about our tasks as followers of Christ. We are called to work tirelessly spreading the Gospel in love. Again, men and women who are in service of their community.
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This particular weekend I am traveling back from visiting my sister, who had competed at NASA in an international space settlement design competition. I was very proud to spend time with her and see her hard work displayed on an international level. That's what a big brother is supposed to do, right? Yes, we are family... And family goes to great lengths to support each other.
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As in the firefighters working tirelessly to support the needs of the community they serve... And the family members who desire to support each other in their endeavors, I question whether our Christian brethren have grasped what it means to work tirelessly for the needs of the community. Then, I am reminded of the people who seem to never sleep while they take care of others. Tish and I are blessed to have the example of a few such families... One family in particular, the Green family have been the most constant source of emotional and spiritual support over the last few years in our efforts for South Pacific Missions.
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So, I'm tipping my hat tonight to my brothers and sisters-- firefighters and brothers in Christ-- who work tirelessly in service of others.
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