{"id":34065,"date":"2025-06-13T20:34:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T20:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.christianitytoday.com\/pastors\/preaching\/sermon-illustrations\/only-39-would-donate-organ-for-loved-one\/"},"modified":"2025-06-13T20:34:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T20:34:00","slug":"only-39-would-donate-organ-for-loved-one","status":"publish","type":"sermon-illustrations","link":"https:\/\/www.christianitytoday.com\/pastors\/preaching\/sermon-illustrations\/only-39-would-donate-organ-for-loved-one\/","title":{"rendered":"Only 39% Would Donate an Organ for Loved One"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to the ultimate test of devotion, fewer than half of Americans would give a piece of themselves to save someone they care about. A revealing new survey has found that just 39% of Americans would be willing to donate an organ to family or friends&mdash;a striking discovery that sheds light on where people draw the boundary of personal sacrifice.<\/p>\n\n<p>The study of 2,000 U.S. adults, explored various dimensions of loyalty in both personal relationships and consumer behavior. While organ donation may be a step too far for many, Americans demonstrate commitment in other meaningful ways.<\/p>\n\n<p>More than half (53%) would endure waiting in line at the Department of Motor Vehicles for someone they care about. Additionally, 62% would put their reputation on the line by acting as a reference for a loved one&rsquo;s apartment or job application.<\/p>\n\n<p>Perhaps the most revealing statistic is how Americans would handle unexpected good fortune. An overwhelming 82% said they would share a windfall of $100,000 with family and friends&mdash;indicating that while many might hesitate to share their kidneys, they&rsquo;re quite willing to share their cash.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-article-subhead2\"><em>Possible Preaching Angle:<\/em><\/h2>\n\n<p><strong><em>1) Selfishness; Self-centeredness<\/em><\/strong><em> &ndash; It is amazing how selfish people are becoming when called to make a very personal sacrifice for their very &ldquo;flesh and blood&rdquo; relatives; <strong>2) Christ, sacrifice of &ndash; <\/strong>This also highlights the amazing sacrifice Jesus made for his &ldquo;brothers and sisters&rdquo; when he said &ldquo;Take and eat. 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