History does not judge them by the number of servants they had, but by the number of people they served. We can learn from them and experience the joy of giving. To do so, we need not be as heroic. There is no need to travel to some distant land or search out the less fortunate. All we need do is awaken, to become aware of those around us.
Every encounter is an opportunity to give.
Our siblings, spouse, children, friends, relatives, co-workers, boss, customers, and all others we meet are eager to accept our gifts. Sometimes we forget how much we have to offer. For example, though tired of waiting in line at the bank, we can offer the stressed-out bank teller a warm smile and the gifts of patience and understanding. At home or in the office, our words of encouragement can plant the seeds of confidence in the hearts of our children and co-workers. Well, there is.