Well, our third day is behind us. Nothing major to report, but we got a lot done today. We returned to Bay St. Louis to finish the roof we looked at yesterday afternoon. The only "injury" today is the sunburn most of us are experiencing. After two days of drizzle, overcast, and 50's, today was sunny and near 80.
We finished our job for the day. You can see pictures of us at work on the 180 Yahoo Page. Everyone worked really hard and accomplished a lot. I am looking forward to everyone back home having a chance to see video of what we have been able to do for some other people.
One thing that Duncan said today got me thinking. Earlier in the week when we were working in 50 degree weather Duncan was talking about how much he enjoyed this type of work. He even commented that he might want to get a construction job for the summer.
But then today Duncan changed his tune a bit. Suddenly being on a black roof in 80 degree temperatures made this job seem less appealing. I don't tell you this to pick on Duncan (because I also enjoyed it more when it was cooler), but rather to make a point.
My conversations with Duncan have reminded me this week that being a follower of the Christ isn't always easy. Sometimes we are called to do things we don't necessarily like or want to do. And this isn't just about climbing up on a roof or working in the heat. It's more about living for Jesus when the world turns up the heat.
It is easy to be a Christian when the environment is just right.
Church camp? No problem. Bible class? Sure. Mission Trip? I can do that.
But let's change the scene.
Walking the halls at school? Hanging out with your friends on a Friday night? Telling jokes with coworkers? Now it's a little harder. The expectations have changed. Standing up for Jesus isn't quite as easy.
As I look back on this week so far, I hope that my faith has not just been stregthened to the point where I am willing to serve others fearlessly; I pray that this week will strengthen my faith to stand stronger for God wherever I find myself.
shine!
Jason
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