What's a shoebox gonna do?

So you want to do something good this Christmas? You don't know how you're going to make a difference this season because you have no money or at least not enough to do anything big enough that will impact somebody's life. The truth is...you can do something. Operation Christmas Child is a program run by Samaritan's Purse every Christmas season. It's a simple idea that has been changing lives for years now. All you do is fill a shoebox with goodies that children around the world will be blessed by. This can include anything from crayons and coloring books, barbie dolls, socks, toothbrush, or even a simple a note telling the child you are praying for them. Not only is this shoebox blessing a child in need who doesn't get to experience the same type of Christmas that we Americans get to, but this also become a blessing to the ones packing these boxes. Every year for the past 10 years or so, my family has gone shopping together to fill these shoeboxes. It's a great time to reflect on the wonderful things God has given us and to remember to thank God everyday for the love He shows for us. So this Christmas season if you're stuck trying to think of a easy but effective way to share some extra Christmas love....think Operation Christmas Child. A shoebox can actually go a long way.

For more information log onto samaritanspurse.org