There are many reasons to help people in need. But for believers, none is higher than this: when we love those in need, we are loving Jesus because we are showing others the love of Jesus.
"These things I command you, that you love one another." - John15:17
My oldest son just turned thirteen on Tuesday and already has such a giving heart. Tomorrow, he is leaving on a Mission Trip with our church for five days. They are going to one of the poorest counties in the state to help those in need. They are going to serve others.
In our society, being a servant is often looked at as a low job, but in God's mind it is the highest position that exists. Being a true servant begins with a humble heart, and that is a heart and spirit that is acceptable to God.
When we serve one another, we become part of one another. We experience the true meaning of love.
Jesus was the highest of all, yet He humbled Himself and became a servant. He was able to put on a servant's towel and wash the feet of His disciples. Jesus gave them an example of how they should live, and told them that if they would serve others, they would be blessed and happy to such a degree that they would be envied. John 13:17
When you serve others, you will become a living example of God's love and the kind of person God desires for you to be.
Help as many people as you can, as often as you can.
Blessings,
Dalinda
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