At the orphanage, we made crosses out of popsicle sticks, crayons, and pipe cleaners. As we were making the craft, I asked the kids around me who the cross was for. Confused by my question, many responded with "mi tia" because they were going to give it as a gift. I then asked about what the cross represented. These kids launched into the whole gospel presentation. Seriously. God loves us. Christ came to die for us. You are here because you love God too. Obviously, these kids have heard this speech before us. Did it make an impact?
How many times do we hear the gospel day in and day out, and it doesn't change a thing about the way we live? We know the right answers. We have it down. But if the gospel is true, it should radically change our lives. Let us not forget why we hope in something greater than ourselves. It is the only foundation for our ability to truly love others.
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