Join The Revolution

This past Sunday morning I continued my usual routine of sipping on cafe con leche and finding something steady to watch on the tube. After some channel surfing, I came across Pastor Troy Gramling from Flamingo Road Church. His preaching this Sunday was centered around the acts and kindness of giving, and within his preaching he presented a new idea that has been named The Gift Revolution. The way the revolution works is similar to the old concept of pay it forward - inspiring the world through the acts of giving in hopes that they too will pass it on. Although, this act of kindness is a little bit different than pay it forward. In the sense that when you do your good deed you give the individual a card that states infrormation about the gift revolution and they can pass it on. The card has information on where a person can document their experience via the web, through pictures, videos, or just documenting the experience.

This whole movement was launched by different churches, businesses, and individuals in hopes of motivating people through the acts of giving. They are even taking their acts of kindness on a roadtrip with several stops throughout S.F. and other states. Look out for a blue older model Volswagon Van handing out cards and info. You can also get the cards at participating locations, or order them on line. You can buy as many cards as you'd like but the cheapest are only $2.00 for 20 cards. You don't pay for the cards, rather the cost of S&H.

I plan on ordering some cards for myself and spreading the act of kindess especially during this rough Holiday Season that some are going through. If any of you receive a gift revolution card do not freak out, just take it. Remember, you get to chose whatever act of kindness you want to do, whether it is giving the cashier at Publix $5.00 to pay for someone elses groceries, pay for someone's gas or fee on the toll lane, or just help someone with their house chores. And always remember to pass along a card with your contribution and hopefully the person will be inspired to keep it going.

For more information on The Gift Revolution, you can visit thegiftrevolution.com