Brrr.... This is the coldest week in my recent memory!  The temperature on our three-season porch was -11 this morning.  Wow!  This week my thoughts have turned to those who don't have adequate heat or shelter and those living on the streets.  I thank God that our community has resources in place to bring people in off of the streets during these cold winter nights.  Cold days like these bring the issues of homelessness and housing security to the forefront of our minds. 

It seems to me that God Moments can come from anywhere and be inspired by anything.  This morning our local ABC 22 news interviewed a homeless man in Burlington.  He lives in a tent in the woods and prefers to be homeless.  He said he likes the flexibility.  While I don't understand his preference, I can accept his feelings. 

Homeless living can be dangerous when extreme weather hits.  When asked if he had lost any friends to the cold he nodded and shared a couple of names.  This week, though, outreach workers found him a place to stay in a local hotel.  He is safe, at least for this cold stretch.  Even though I am a stranger to him, I can thank God for that. 

Seeing this on the news was a God Moment for me because it inspired me to want to learn more about the homelessness issues in our community.  The Burlington Area Ministers Association has been in communication with the community about expanding the shelter programs.  Seeing this interview put a face on the issue for me. 

What God Moments have you experienced this week?  How have God Moments inspired you to learn more or get involved in issues or concerns?