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A heart for Compassion, A Hand to Give

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“Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead” — James 2:17
James reminds us that we demonstrate our faith by our actions. The needs in our world are varied and overwhelming but when we love our neighbor as ourselves, as Jesus said (Mark12:31), we reach people with God’s love.
Open our eyes, dear Father, to those in need. Allow us to find ways to help meet those needs. Help us to take the focus off ourselves and place it on those who can use our assistance.
Open your heart to God to learn compassion and open your hand to give help.

Be Like The Samaritan

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In Luke 10:30-35, we read of a man who was attacked, robbed and left in a frail position. Jesus explained that a priest passed him, so did the Levite, who were both held in high esteem in society but a Samaritan, who’s the last person expected to help, stopped. This Samaritan showed mercy, placed the man on his donkey, took him to an Inn and covered the expenses.
Jesus explained that this is the way we ought to treat our neighbors. We are to be the Samaritan, being merciful and showing compassion. As we meet and interact with persons today, may God present opportunities for us to be the good Samaritan and may we respond in obedience.