Love on the go

Love on the go

Bible: Matthew 25:31-45

Reading

Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine,
you did for me (V.40).

I sat on the pier during a holiday, reading my Bible and watching some guys fishing. A man walked over. He glanced at me as he shuffled from one foot to another and said, “I’ve been in jail.” He pointed to my Bible and asked, “Do you think God really cares about people like me?”
Opening up Matthew 25, I read aloud that Jesus talked about His followers visiting people in prison. “It says that? About being in prison?” He was totally amazed when I shared how God views kindness towards anyone as a personal act of love towards Himself (MATTHEW 25:31-45). “I wish my parents would forgive me too.” He lowered his head. “I’ll be right back.” He returned and handed me his tattered Bible. “Would you show me where to find those words?” I nodded. We read more of the Bible together and then I prayed for him and his parents. At one point or another, we’ll all feel unloved, unwelcomed, in need and even physically or emotionally trapped in one way or another (VV.35-37). We’ll all need reminders of God’s loving care and forgiveness. We’ll also have chances to support others who struggle with these feelings. We can be a part of God’s rescue plan as we spread His truth and love wherever we go.

                                 THERE WILL BE OPPORTUNITIES TO LOVE TODAY

                                   —ARE YOU READY?

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