“Never let evil get the best of you; instead, overpower evil with the good.” (Romans 12:21 VOICE)
A few months ago, in the middle of the pandemic, our region experienced a natural disaster. A strong storm wiped out power and cell phone towers. Homes and streets were damaged. Food, water, and fuel were scarce for weeks. During this overwhelming tragedy, the community came up with ways to overcome suffering with acts of kindness. People expressed gratitude for whatever little they had and shared their resources--whether it was food, shelter, tools, information, electricity, generators, abilities, time, or physical strength.
Social generosity creates a ripple effect. Communal giving can be uplifting to participants and recipients. It reminds each of us to be grateful for what we have and encourages us to focus on something other than our own pain. Our individual offerings might seem insignificant, but gathered together, we can make a difference. Gratitude fuels generosity, allowing goodness to grow exponentially.
“Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.” (Maya Angelou)
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