Our scripture this morning is Matthew 25:35-36 (NLT).
For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me.
This verse from Jesus expresses so well the care He calls us to give to one another. Washing His disciples feet was an example, practical in that time, but these instructions are for all time. Jesus wants us to notice the last, the least and the lost, and use our gifts to do something about it.
Sometimes we overthink the call Jesus makes on our lives, saying “I don’t have the skills or resources to do big things.” Mother Theresa had an answer for this: “Not all of us can do great things; but we can do small things with great love.” When we turn our attention to those in need it is the first step toward caring for them.
You don’t have to start from scratch. I’ll almost guarantee your church and your community have programs in desperate need of volunteers. Find something that the Spirit leads you to check out and invest some of yourself in reaching our brothers and sisters.
Loving Lord, we are sorry for the times we ignore Your children and the needs they have. May we be energetic, generous and welcoming to all who need our love. Amen.
