Putting People Over Projects

 

Putting People Over Projects You have heard us talk about putting people over projects, but what does that look like on a daily basis?  Often times, we don't have many pictures that capture the "People Over Projects" moments of our days.  But this month, I wanted to give you a glimpse into some of the ways we have seen people over projects moments this summer.  When we take the time to set aside the tools, our schedules, and our plans- we can build relationships that will last longer than anything we could physically build.  Yes, the physical needs are important and widespread- and so are the emotional, relational, intellectual and spiritual needs.  Helping rebuild homes is the open door through which we hear people's stories, build relationships, and share the love of Christ with them.  Sharing the love of Christ with those around us through our words and actions isn't just for when you are on a missions trip in another context and away from home.  Putting people over projects is something we can all practice throughout our daily lives wherever God has us.

Putting people over projects looks like taking the time to sit down and hear a 9 year old girl's life story and help her process.                Putting people over projects looks like arm wrestling with a 5 year old boy from the community as you build relationships at a block party.                Putting people over projects looks like befriending a young boy at a jobsite and spending time talking with him, giving him piggy back rides, and being a good example for him of what a Godly young man looks like.                Putting people over projects looks like taking time out before dinner to do flips with one of the girls from the church.                Putting people over projects looks like praying for your neighbors and rejoicing with them over God's provision.                Putting people over projects looks like reading a Bible story to the young people before dinner together.               Putting people over projects looks like taking time to shoot some hoops with a new young friend.             Putting people over projects looks like taking time from a busy day to thumb wrestle with a homeowner's daughter and get to know her.             Putting people over projects looks like praying for your community. These are just a glimpse into some of the moments throughout the summer that I have seen "People Over Projects" put into action.  When we put aside the tasks we have at hand- our own busyness and agendas- we can take the time to get to know people and share the love of Jesus with them.  I'm so thankful for this reminder of what loving like Jesus looks like. "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.  This is the great and first commandment.  And the second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself." Matthew 22:37-39

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