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Garbage Man
3.27.05
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Transcript:
David Magallanez collects trash. No, he isn't some artistic bon vivant turning trash into treasure. He clears away other people's refuse on a daily garbage run in San Antonio. And he loves his job.
After finishing college, David could have gone many directions, but he followed his father and uncle into a career as a garbage man. And like them, he proves the meaning of service daily. David says, "If I've done my job well, people don't even know I'm there."
This is Howard Butt, Jr. of Laity Lodge. David Magallanez sets a terrific example. Neither job title nor position earns a person true stature. But in any field, dedication in serving others exemplifies the high calling of our daily work.
A man can do nothing better than to eat and drink and find satisfaction in his work. This too, I see, is from the hand of God, for without him, who can eat or find enjoyment?
READER'S COMMENTS
Thank you for the encouragement of David Magallanez story. As long as we do our work as unto the Lord. He is glorified. I live in Northern Virgina. People expect you to go as far as you can in your career. I also like David want to serve people. I recently took a major job cut in pay to do what I think God is leading me. Our lives are not our own but we are here to reach others for Christ. He is our reward. Thank you again for a great story in doing what you think is best and where God wants you. Deb
Deb 3/28/2005 9:47:12 AM
Just today as the garbage man pulled up to pick up our trash ....I began to thank the Lord for him and blessed him for being a blessing and servant to the community. The Lord spoke to my heart and I told my husband ....run out there and give him and helper a bottle of cold water..it is so hot outside. When the man was approached he looked so dumb founded at us....and was so appreciative. I am sure we surprised him. It surely was a blessing to bless him. I was feeling pretty rough physically however after blessing him it lifted my spirit.
let us be mindful of the people who are around us during our days
be blessed
The garbage lady in our street is just the same. She works on public holidays and she says her work's important.
It's an absolute contrast to the "executive" environment I work in, where every day of work and any tiny innovation is supposed to be highlighted to all and sundry and factored in for promotions and raises.
Love in Christ, Denny