This is something that has been on my mind for a long while.  I used to  wonder how many of these people on the street corner were lazy, but' God says this isn't something that I should judge.  I need to meet people's  needs.  I was given a lot in life and it is selfish to not care for others as  Jesus calls me to do.  The problem is in what to give.  I just can't give  money every time.  I hate enabling addictions when someone is starving.   Dan and I bought protein bars to pass out while we're driving, but somehow  that just doesn't seem enough.  Lord, teach me to be Your hands and feet  to serve others and not just be comfortable in my own ways.   Faith is Something We Do by Rick Warren

“Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to him, ‘Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it?” James 2:15-16 (NIV) Faith is more than something you just feel. Many people confuse emotions and feelings with faith. They come to church and they’re moved emotionally, they're inspired, and they're stimulated. But that doesn’t mean they’re walking in faith. The Bible says faith is something we do, not just what we feel. In other words, faith is not mere sentimentality. Let’s say I go out on the street and I see someone who is homeless and destitute. I see that person is hungry, cold, in need of clothing and shelter. Would I be showing great faith if I walked up and said, “Cheer up! Don't worry, be happy! Feel good! Put on a happy face?” It doesn’t take much faith to do that. Faith carries compassion. 'Faith says, “I’ll do anything I can to stop your hurt.” Throughout theNew Testament, the witnesses say Jesus was moved with compassion for people. Jesus showed us that faith is practical. When we see a need, we do something about it. We don't just toss out a quick - “Well, I'll pray for you.” The Bible says we show our faith by what we do.