The Significance of Influence

You have a voice! You can make a difference! You are an answer! These are all valuable truths. But beyond believing this for ourselves, we must allow it to empower us to reach into our sphere of influence and reflect all attention on those in great need- so that together we may bring the solution!

I get excited when I hear about others who have recognized the value in where they have been positioned. These world-changers are rising up to take action with what God has gifted them. It is my heart that we may all come to this understanding and allow the word of truth to remove the veil from our eyes, that we may see the significance of our influence.

People all around the world are awakening to the call to battle against the giant of human trafficking! It is very much a spiritual warfare, but the wounds of this battle are external. We must see the importance of running to the aid of those physically bruised and held captive.

Many times I encounter individuals who inquire about the injustice of human trafficking, and their response is a lingering, “I will keep it in prayer.” I am not downplaying the importance of prayer. It is absolutely imperative. Rather, I am saying that sometimes this is just a polite way of getting out of an uncomfortable conversation and this wimpy response is due to a lack of true compassion.

When the sick came unto Jesus seeking their healing, the Bible tells us that He had compassion on them. This was the motivating factor that caused Him to reach out and touch them, and immediately they received their healing. Notice that Jesus did not respond with a sympathetic, “I will pray for you.” Instead, the compassion He possessed caused Him to align His faith with corresponding action. Truly, faith without deeds is dead.

Someone once told me, “Compassion is not feeling sorry. It is being so moved by a need that you put a demand on the power of God to meet that need!” True compassion dares you to be bold and dangerous; it is the power to love beyond yourself.
I firmly believe that Pearl Alliance is not just another non-profit organization. It is the light of truth shining in the darkness. It is an apparatus, a network of individuals whose hearts are turned toward heaven.

Pearl Alliance was created because we, too, have felt the weight of injustice and compassion would not allow us to remain silent. We exist to provide opportunities for people all over the world to be part of fulfilling this amazing rescue mission by becoming an active part of the alliance.

I challenge you to join your light with ours as we uncover treasure out of darkness. May you see the significance of your voice, your gifts, and your influence; and may your response be one that changes the world and marks eternity!

Be a Voice,

Esther


P.S. For more information about how you can lend your strength email Austin at austin@pearlalliance.org.