Let's be honest. When people think of living their lives to the fullest, community service doesn't usually come to mind. But in remembering that we as Christians are called to live Christic lives, and that Christ spent his entire ministry serving and living with the poor, we should realize that serving the fellow human beings that Jesus died to save is one of the greatest ways we can live our lives as they are called to be. What people don't always realize is that community service is full of benefits and rewards. As Christians, we believe that our material posessions will remain here on Earth, while we will be judged based on our actions. Doing community service without expecting or wanting physical compensation is one of the most rewarding feelings ever.
Community service is healthy for our dignity. By that I mean it helps us to realize what dignity means and that we are just as deserving of our dignity as the homeless beggar. People see you working to provide these fellow brothers and sisters with a warm and healthy meal, and their respect for you is increased. By showing your love for all of God's children, you show that you are giving thanks to God for His gift to you of dignity.
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