Just a fool..

You're just a fool
Just a fool
To believe you can change the world

Oh the smallest thing can make all the difference
Love is alive
Don't you listen to them when they say
You're just a fool
Just a fool
To believe you can change the world

Carrie Underwood Change

Today reminded me of the reality that “the smallest thing can make all the difference”.  A blizzard might have blown through our city, but it brought out the best in people.  Neighbors helped each other.  Families spent time together.  Life slowed down for just a day.

Yet, I guess in the words of Carrie Underwood, I’m a fool.  I’m a fool because I believe that not only can I change the world, but anyone who wants to make a difference can.  Not just when a large storm comes through, but in daily life.

I’m a fool… because I could build a business and make a decent salary or I could volunteer full time to get a small non-profit off the ground which desires to bring hope in police life.

I’m a fool… because instead of having time to “relax”, I spend my evenings making posters, organizing events, and sending emails.

I’m a fool… because I could catch up on my favorite TV shows or I could read books trying to figure out how God would want me to live during my time here on earth.

I’m a fool… because I make my kids work for their money and then spend it on filling show boxes to send to children who have so little.

I’m a fool… because I cry every time a police officer is hurt or killed in the line of duty, thinking of their families at home.

I’m a fool… because I’m willing to sacrifice everything (my time, money, and space) if I see a person in need.

As Paul says in Galatians 6:9 “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”  I go to bed tired every night, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

I’m a fool… because I honestly believe I can change the world.

How about you?

(Would you be willing to share this post with your friends so that we can see how many fools are out there?)