Since the Army is in the middle of hiring new gate guards, soldiers have been tasked with the responsibility of manning the gates and checking vehicles and IDs. As we pulled up to the gate, I mentioned to the soldiers that it was quite a morning to be working outside. I told them what they needed what a cup of hot chocolate to warm them up. One of the soldiers said, "Yeh, that would be nice" while his partner told me not to listen to that guy.
I asked them how long their shift would be and they informed me they would be there until 4:00PM. I told them that I would be back....with some hot chocolate.
So the girls and I went to Bible Study, had lunch, and went in search of hot chocolate. I wasn't sure how many soldiers would be manning this particular gate, so we made 6 cups and headed out. I had to go off post, to come back on post.
When it was my turn at the gate, I handed over our ID cards and proceeded to hand out the hot chocolate. The guys began laughing...asking if I was serious. Of course, I told them yes and that I had six cups. I hoped it was enough. They told me I didn't have to do that....and really I didn't BUT I wanted them to know that they were appreciated and in the middle of a cold day, they could use a little cheering up.
They were thankful and it was wonderful to see the smiles on their faces.
So my question to you today is, what have you done for someone else today? What COULD you do for someone today that would bless them? Your random act of kindness may touch someone's life and leave an imprint of God's love for them. I encourage you, take a moment this week to do something special for someone else.
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you,
so you must love one another. 35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
John 13:34-35
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