When I think of America and Americans, I think of generous, giving people.
So I was very surprised to hear that I was the first person to give money to a certain ministry.
I saw that many visitors had visited the site but in hindsight, it takes many lookers to find sales on commercial sites so I guess I shouldn't have been surprised.
I was surprised at their email reply and their genuine gratitude they had for my donation.
It's sad actually that we spend millions of dollars online enriching pornographers, online casinos, dating sites, and a myriad of other things but yet a man running a ministry in the Philippines and doing the Lords work is shortchanged.
I was of the belief there were numerous people involved in charity, tithing, car donation, and any other acts of kindness, hopefully this one minister is the exception and not the rule.
I'm sure the man Don Carlos has many problems to deal with as everyone in his calling has to deal with.
Wouldn't it be great if He had the problem: "What am I going to do with all this money?" It's been said that the highest calling of man is to glorify God.
Glorifying God is a tall order.
It comes much more natural to spend $20, $50, or a $100 at Walmart or some other store.
I'm not saying sending Don Carlos' ministry money is the highest calling but it will make you feel better than some soft drinks and Doritos.
Our spirit of giving has been hindered by greedy pastors, online scams, offline scams, and various and sundry abuses by non profits and charities.
Don't be dragged down by the negatives in our society, it truly is better to give than to receive.
Don't let much time pass before this ministry sees its second donation and if you can think of any way to bless this ministry and getting the word out then I'm sure the ministry would certainly appreciate it.
Bless them and be blessed.