Article 6

It seems that when we as humans get extra time in our lives because of a break or a hiatus of work, we decide that the extra time should be spent on things we want to do. Our natural inclination is to please ourselves, but when do we ever give a passing thought to maybe doing something for someone else? Over my spring break I was able to take part in a Mexico mission trip where I gave all of my extra time for the sake of showing Christ's love. We served in partnership with an orphanage called Niño's de Baja where we continued construction of a dining hall and kitchen for the kids and staff there. It was a great deal of hard work that resulted in blistered hands and dirty socks. There was a time for relaxation after the day that gave me and my youth group friends a chance to regain our strength. I knew it was only by the power of God that I was able to wake up each morning, as sore as I was, and continue on working. What made it all worth it were the opportunities I had to play with the orphanage kids. Despite the language barrier, there were times when we all were simply humans having a good time with one another. I will never forget the kids who impacted my life as well as the impact I made on the people of Niño's de Baja. Offering your spare time to Christ will make all the difference now and in times to come.