Double Dog Dare of the Week: Volunteer Roulette

One of the Bible stories that really connects with me is the story about Gideon and the fleece from the book of Judges (6:36 – 40)

It’s all about testing God and then testing Him again. I do understand that continual testing of God isn’t really a good thing, but it sure is fun to watch Him work in such an obvious way. (This, coming from a guy who, as a child, thought the sign of the cross was God’s phone number! I’m very literal.)

Once you believe that God is directly involved in your life and that He listens to your prayers, all sorts of possibilities open up.

As you know by now, “The Double Dog Dare of the Week” is a challenge for you to do something out of your comfort zone that will bring glory to the Lord.

This week, I’d like you to tell God that you want to volunteer at your local parish, your diocese office or other Catholic organization. Really put it out there in prayer.

BUT! There’s a catch!

Then, I’d like you to call your parish, diocese, or other Catholic organization and ask them to put you to work in ANY capacity they need. Let them choose what you do. Even if you are a master gardener, for instance, don’t specifically request to tend their flower beds. This exercise is about giving God the chance to do His work. Make yourself available to whatever the need is and then throw all of yourself into whatever task is given. Do it with gratitude, joy, and love in your heart.

Once you do this, you’ll be able to sit back and watch what God does through you. I promise it will be amazing!

I call this “Volunteer Roulette”. On the surface, it may seem random, but it most certainly is not. God has a plan, and He just wants you to stand up and take action.