Service: A Lesson Learned in an Unexpected Place

Dear friends, today I’d like to share a tale from my past, a story that taught me a profound lesson about service. It’s a tale that takes place in an unusual setting – a stuck elevator.

Getting Stuck in an Elevator

Many years ago, I found myself in a situation that most of us dread. I was trapped in an elevator. The lights flickered, the elevator jerked to a halt, and there I was, suspended between floors, alone and uncertain.

As the minutes turned into an hour, I began to feel the weight of the situation. The walls seemed to close in, and a sense of helplessness washed over me. But amidst the rising panic, I remembered a piece of wisdom my father once shared with me: “In every situation, no matter how dire, there is always an opportunity to serve.”

The Unexpected Opportunity

As I pondered these words, I realized that I wasn’t entirely alone. I had my mobile phone with me. With this realization, an idea sparked. I decided to call the building’s maintenance line, not just to report my predicament, but to offer my assistance.

After explaining my situation, I asked if there was anything I could do to help resolve the issue from the inside. The operator, surprised by my offer, connected me with the technician. Together, we managed to reset the elevator’s system, and I was soon on my way again.

The Lesson of Service

That day, I learned that service isn’t just about grand gestures or planned acts of kindness. Service is about making the most of the situation at hand, about stepping up when the opportunity presents itself, even if it’s in a stuck elevator.

So, my friends, I encourage you to look for those unexpected opportunities to serve. They might be hidden in the most unlikely of places. And remember, every act of service, no matter how small, can make a big difference.

Until next time, keep serving, keep learning, and keep growing.

Yours in wisdom,

Kev