Who is my neighbor?

In Luke chapter 10, we find a story of a Jewish traveller who was left for dead after being attacked by a gang. As he lay on the side of the road, two religious leaders, a Levite and a priest, passed him by without stopping to help. It was a Samaritan, an unlikely hero given the history of tension between the Jews and Samaritans, who stopped and showed compassion to the wounded man.

This act of kindness and compassion by the Samaritan teaches us a valuable lesson about the importance of loving others. Love for others should be our driving force in life. It should move us to action and cause us to prioritize the needs of others above our own.

As followers of Christ, we must be willing to interrupt our schedules and make time for those in need. We must be willing to put aside our own plans and desires and be ready to meet the needs of others, just as the Samaritan did.

We may have friends or family members who are hurting or suffering, and it is easy to become too busy to show them the love and care they need. Let us be willing to show compassion to those who are hurting, to share the gospel with those who do not know Christ, and to offer a helping hand to those in need. Let us not be too busy to love others and show them the kindness and compassion of Christ.

PRAYER: “Lord, we remember before you all our brothers and sisters who are weighed down with suffering. Bless and guide us that your love may be reflected in our concern for the hungry, the oppressed and the unloved. Help us to acknowledge and grow in appreciation that all people are made in your image and likeness. Fill our hearts with deep compassion for those who suffer, in Jesus name. Amen!

BIBLE READING: LUKE 4:31-37, EPHESIANS 6:10-24, PSALMS 119:97-104, 1 KINGS 21-22

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