The little cowboy has been excited for two days about the field trip to his second grade teacher's home. Today promises to be filled with roasting hot dogs, marshmallows, and playing outside with friends. My family, which includes Mimi & Papa as well as the hubby, were excited to volunteer their help as well. I can't wait to see the photos and hear the little cowboy's detailed report of how the festivities went.
This morning as I was doing devotions and prayers the little cowboy decided to come snuggle with me on the couch. As I was praying he wanted me to hurry so I could go to the computer. His thoughts constantly flicker towards one person and he awaits daily updates as to the "lockdown" that is currently at Day 20.
He bows his head and prays as he asks for people to open their hearts to the ministry of FireEscape. He then goes on to say,
"Get on the computer Mom and check to see where we're at", he asks impatiently.
For those of you who don't know what I'm talking about ~
Minister DJ Dangerfield is still being held captive at the FireEscape Coffee House as the 2011 Share-A-Thon is still going on.
DJ is at Day 20 of his fundraiser.
He must stay locked up (day & night) at the FireEscape until his
entire goal for donations is raised.
DJ has to raise 500, one time $25 or more donations AND 130 monthly $25 sponsors for FireEscape. As I stated above, he is at Day 20 of the fundraiser and he has 158 donations to go before he can go home!
From DJ's Facebook Page . . . . .
FireEscape Coffee House has been a strong supporter of our Neosho County Meltdown in so many ways. They not only are participants themselves but they have donated air time, space for our fitness classes, and have promoted our event on their website & Facebook page. I am so appreciative of all of their hard work & efforts that have helped promote Neosho County Meltdown.
As I read DJ's post from last night as to where he was at with the donations for the Share-A-Thon the little cowboy and I prayed again for God's abundance and to open the communities heart for the FireEscape. The words that came out of the little cowboy's mouth had me thinking about what we could do to help finish this race to the finish line.
"I'm sure Jada misses her Daddy and wants him home for Sunday dinner after church Mom". I nodded in agreement and then the little cowboy went on to say that if everyone who was a friend, attended church, and was a Facebook friend (he thinks it is awesome that DJ has 2000+ friends on Facebook) donated $25 instead of going out for dinner after church that DJ could spend his Sunday dinner at home with his family.
Remarkable!
Think about that one for a moment. An 8-year old mind amazes me.
At that moment through the Sirius radio the chorus from Sidewalk Prophets came on that said all that needed to be said. DJ is holding strong in the Lord that our community will band together for this great cause. As you read the words below, or click on the link to hear Sidewalk Prophets song, I pray you find it in your heart to help one of our supporters for our Meltdown and give back to those that have given so graciously to us!
Be strong in the Lord and,
Never give up hope,
You're going to do great things,
I already know,
God's got His hand on you so,
Don't live life in fear,
Forgive and forget,
But don't forget why you're here,
Take your time and pray,
These are the words I would say,
Never give up hope,
You're going to do great things,
I already know,
God's got His hand on you so,
Don't live life in fear,
Forgive and forget,
But don't forget why you're here,
Take your time and pray,
These are the words I would say,
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