"Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another, love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous" -- 1 Peter 3:8 (NKJV)
God's Word commands us to be compassionate, generous servants to those who need our support. As believers, we have been richly blessed by our Creator. We, in turn, are called to share our gifts, our possessions, our testimonies, and our talents.
Concentration camp survivor Corrie ten Boom correctly observed, "The measure of a life is not its duration but its donation." These words remind us that the quality of our lives is determined not by what we are able to take from others, but instead by what we are able to share with others.
The thread of compassion is woven into the very fabric of teachings. If we are to be disciples of Christ, we too, must be zealous in caring for others. Our Savior expects no less from us. And He deserves no less.
"Our Lord worked with people as they were, and He was patient - not tolerant of sin, but compassionate" -- Vance Havner
Lord, make us a loving, encouraging, compassionate Christian. And, let our love for Christ be reflected through the kindness that we show to our family, to our friends, and to all who need the healing touch of the Master's hand. Amen.
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