A Moral Dilemma in This Crisis!

I keep coming back to the theme: There are no easy answers. I received a text regarding a lack of volunteers at our local Soup Kitchen. I am ashamed to say that I often planned on volunteering, but never followed through on the plan. Was God calling me to do so at this time?

After all, I live alone. I would not be risking anyone in my household, family, Church or community. It would be much better if someone like me were to volunteer than those who would be coming home to others or have a job that is classified as essential.

I thought about the fact hat if I were to contract this it would almost certainly mean death for me. I am one of the “vulnerable” in so many aspects. I am over 60, have Pulmonary Fibrosis, and a condition that severely compromises my immune system. But my first reaction to this thought was Jesus’ Words: “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends”.

But then I thought about the fact that due to my conditions, I am more susceptible to contract the virus than most. I further considered the fact that the symptoms do not appear for 2-14 days, so I may risk the even more vulnerable: the homeless, the low income, the ones with no medical insurance, etc.. They too would be more likely to contract it from me during the incubation period of the virus. I want to serve Him through serving others, but I am afraid serving them under these circumstances might be a greater disservice to them.

So, for now. I just have to pray that young, single, healthy people will step up and volunteer. It is a moral dilemma to say the least, but I must try to remember God is in control and hears the cry of the poor even if I am not a part of His answer in this situation.