“Cleanliness is next to Godliness” they say and for me, it’s true.
I believe that the Lord calls us to be servants unto one another, using our abilities for Him. Although I own a cleaning company, I volunteer my services to help those who are in need.
I live in a very small community so word gets around quickly when someone is sick, injured, or there’s a death in the family. Some bring food and others send flowers. I head over and bring my mop, broom, and cleaning supplies. I’ve cleaned free of charge for many elderly people who were just not able to clean for themselves.
I’ve also cleaned for many when there’s been a death in the family and visitors are due to stop by. One of the hardest things I have done was to clean the home of someone who has just passed, but I do it as unto the Lord. I also clean the church I go to every week and never charge for it. A friend was on vacation when she learned her adult son was in the hospital so she hurried back home. By the time she got back in town, I had her house clean so she had one less thing to worry about.
I have a medical background so I have taken care of a number of friends and family members with cancer and other major illnesses. I always make sure their house is spotless and never charge them a penny. I have made it known that my charity cleaning extends to the local churches I don’t attend and to those who aren’t in a church at all.
People ask me why I donate my services because not only does it cost time and money, it is hard work. No one likes to clean and I’m no exception. When I hear of an illness or death, what automatically comes to mind is to volunteer my cleaning services. To this day, I’ve never had anyone turn my offer down. I know it’s God laying it on my heart and I’m honored to serve in any way I can.
9 Comments
Vanessa Woodard
October 5, 2021 at 8:15 amAwesome!!
Reena Jattan
October 5, 2021 at 9:08 amGod bless your heart
Dawn
October 5, 2021 at 3:09 pmI never would have thought of doing something like that for someone, but what a beautiful way to bless someone.
Britt Hoff
October 5, 2021 at 3:36 pmKnowing you, I am not surprised. God bless your huge heart! You are a blessing in many peoples lives and you see a need most miss. Thank you Janine for being you and blessing others when it is needed most.
Janine L. Spor
October 13, 2021 at 10:24 amLove you too Britt
Betty Stringfellow
October 5, 2021 at 4:44 pmGod Bless you. I know each and everyone you have helped are pleased and grateful for your help. I know if I were to have someone help me like that I would not know what to do except cry and say Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Caroline C.
July 19, 2022 at 11:19 amYour rewards will be great in heaven. What you are doing is an act of love. May God Bless you with good health, and many, many friends.
Michelle C Decker
January 20, 2024 at 7:58 amI have been recenty hospialized, one in the icu and since I have lost 50 lbs. I am waiting to see If i have cancer. Im dizzy when I sit or stand up. My house is really really bad. Right now my kitcken is unususable. Two months ago my house was completely spotless. This takes more than just one person but wahatever help you could you could give Id be eternally grateful. Michelle Christine Decker
Clive
February 17, 2024 at 6:32 pmJanine, your dedication to serving others through your cleaning services is truly inspiring. Your selflessness during times of hardship and grief speaks volumes about your character and faith. It’s also worth considering the impact of a clean environment on mental well-being, especially during difficult times. Your story serves as a reminder of the power of small acts of kindness to make a big difference in people’s lives.