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 . . . He gathers the exiles . . . 

- From Psalm 147

God does not leave people alone. He does not leave you helpless.

This is why it is so critical, that we be aware of times when God has given us the task of gathering exiles, or helping the helpless. You may be the answer to prayer. You may be the fulfillment of God's plan.

The point is not to say "Where is God?" If that's the way you feel, it may because He has planted that particular concern on your heart. The answer to the question "Where is God?" is for you to show God to those around you. You must be the provider to them. You must show up. 

It's like the thing going around today "If you don't vote, you have no right to an opinion" (which is nonsense, and another topic). If you wonder where God is . . . show Him to others so that it's obvious. You are the answer. And the manifestation is that you will show up.

Show up, wherever you are.

Show up, when you're needed.

Just show up. 

It really is not so difficult, to know what God has asked you to do. Your plans must be made God's plans. If something comes up, to knock you out of your daily routine, treat it as though it is your daily routine. God has tasks for you today. Make them your priority. Show up.

Visit the elderly. Call the widow. Seek ways to help the child of a single parent. Find someone in prison, to write and even visit. 

My particular mode for all of the above, is to build strong networks of extended families. Family is the unit God has given us, to provide for basic needs. But families are too small and distant today. We need extended family support for others. 

Show up to reunions. Make sure your grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, elders, youth, are okay. 

You may not have time for your social justice and political hobbies. You have compelling needs right here, right now, in your life, in your family, in your house. 

Show up. Just show up.

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