Sam Bass Fire Department. I'm thankful for their service.

Discipleship includes 5 dynamic life expressions that United Methodist Christians do that reflect who we are as a people who believe in Jesus: Prayers. Presence. Gifts. Service. Witness.  Today's focus: Witness


[In this season of gratitude, I'm thinking about people for whom I'm thankful, persons who provide a service that eases, enhances my life. You have some in your life, too. So, between now and Thanksgiving, let's share this space to share stories about who they are, and what they do that causes us to thankfully think of them. Each day, I'll post a "I'm thankfully thinking of ________" story. Post your's as a comment.]

I'm thankfully thinking of...

The Sam Bass Fire Department, the courageous men and women who are the first-line emergency responders in our neighborhood. These dedicated professionals are also personable, caring individuals who work well together. They are among the best people that you could have with you in a crisis. I'm appreciate their willingness to serve for others' well-being.

The Witness of saying, "Thanks!"

Sometimes, expressions of gratitude meet with a surprised response. When you hear something like, "You don't need to thank me; I'm just doing my job," you can respond with simple statement of faith. I like to say, "Your caring service reminds me of how Jesus cares. If you're not connected with a faith group, please come be my Guest at St. Philip's this Sunday."

Yes, 'witnessing' to what God is doing in your life really can be that easy.

Questions

• Who are you thankfully thinking of today?
• What does s/he do that causes you to think thankfully of her/him?
• How are your sharing your faith with that person?