Invest...

Today at church the pastor preached about giving back to the city in a Godly manner. Everyone in the church was given money and asked to use  it wisely to invest into the city of Chicago. (Dang that was a lot of money! There were over 200 people in that room and every one got at least $3.00-100.00!)

I love my church. I won't lie. It is really big and at times I feel awkward when I am alone but in the mean time it fits me where I am at in my life. Anyways...
Pastor Jackson preached about the importance of being involved with the community and using the gifts and talents God has blessed us with to bless others. This is something that has been on my heart since I moved into the city. This is the very reason why I felt I needed to leave last summer to California. I try not to bubble myself on campus (which is VERY easy to do). I am always looking for an opportunity to serve the Lord outside of my comfort zone.
 I am blessed to start of the new year with a challenge and that is, to invest into the city God has blessed me with. Not everyone may see Chicago as a blessing and I do not blame them, but to me Chicago is an opportunity to grow spiritually and personally. So, how have I been investing my time into this great city?

Honestly I have been doing a terrible job. Part of this maybe that i'm not really in Chicago often and  find myself going back to Rockford home. Going back to Rockford home and staying in Chicago is always a struggle for me. Choosing where I want to be involved (ministry and non ministry) is a constant struggle. I guess I need to pick one place. Hahaha

I know Chicago is a place I wanna begin investing more time into. Part of me is scared and excited. Pray for me. :)

Question for YOU: Are YOU investing yourself into the city God has blessed you with?