Look Around You

 

But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

Depending on where you are when you are reading this or perhaps later in the day what do you see? I happen to be in the waiting area of the service department for one of two Subaru dealers here in the Boise area. Music playing in the background to make people feel good. The TV on to the Food Channel. Customers looking at their phones mostly. 

You never know what is going on inside someone or what type issues they are dealing with on their life. Could be hurt and pain from rejection by a friend or family member. Perhaps the loss of a job. Maybe dealing with a bad medical report. Be sensitive to those you encounter daily. It is not just those individuals in ‘Tent cities’ or sleeping under a bench covered with hefty bags that need help. My niece and I recently witnessed a lady taking left over food from garbage cans on Santa Monica pier. Think about that, so hungry you would eat leftover food from strangers. This is in America!!

Anyway the point being is to be kind to others around you and treat all people with respect this includes those ‘annoying drivers’ in front of you who purposely drive slow to irritate you right? Be kind means on the highway especially where tempers can flare and road rage could occur. Be a Christian there especially. Go into your day today seeking to be a representative of Jesus Christ whether at home alone or out and about. You can do it!! 

PRAYER: I thank you for many opportunities and chances I have to let your love shine through me and sorry for times I have acted less than Christ like or had an opportunity and did nothing. Guide me daily and give me strength to be  your hands and feet in a hurting world. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

DEDICATED to the Memory of Gary Roberts, Harrison, Oh one of my High School English teachers at William Henry Harrison Senior High in Harrison, Ohio who had been a faithful reader of God's Lemonade Stand sharing it on his Facebook page with his friends and family nearly daily. I appreciated that so much and was also grateful for his kindness. He left to be in Heaven on 26 May 2021 in literally the twinkling of an eye at age 81. Had not been sick just sat down, was dizzy, and next thing you know God called Him home. May God comfort his wife Judy and their two adult sons and families.