Good Morning,
The rain has stopped and it is looking to be a very beautiful day again here in my part of this world. My Door County Inn Keepers Blend Coffee is hot and it is time to write.
Luke 23:39-43 Then one of the criminals who were hanged blasphemed Him, saying, "If you are the Christ, save yourself and us."40, The the other, answering, said, " Do you not even fear God, seeing you are under the same condemnation? 41 And we justly so, for we are receiving the due reward for our deeds. But this man has done nothing wrong." 42. Then he said to Jesus, "Lord. when you enter your kingdom please remember me." 43. And Jesus said to him, "Assuredly, I say to you. This day, you will be with Me in Paradise."
Have you ever had one of those days when it was stressful to say the least? Problems seemed to out number solutions on a rough day that pushed your body to the limit and all you wanted to do is take your shoes off and rest! Then, just as you could see some peace and sanity coming along, the washing machine breaks and water spilled out on to the floor and the dogs are playing in the water.
You are deep into cleaning up the mess and the door bell rings and it is one of your kids with two grand kids in tow. They have some suit cases packed and you hear that their marriage is over and she needs a place to stay with the kids.
In the midst of a bad day, someone now needs to be the center of your attention and needs to be shown some compassion. You stop long enough to hug them, have the wife order some pizzas and quickly mop up the water for safety and despite how tired you are you turn all your attention to your child and the grandchildren. Jesus had bad days as well while here on this planet. On one particular day he was hanging on a cross writhing in major pain, bleeding from many wounds and struggling to breathe. Despite all of that He showed compassion on others. He cared for his mother while hanging there and also handed out some love and reassurance to the thief on the cross next to Him.
Jesus set the precedent for showing compassion. Despite the day you are having, those needing compassion will show up. They need what you have and should at least for the moment get all of your attention and shown some love and compassion.
I know it's hard to do, but a heart that beats best is one that beats for others.
Food for thought !
Marty
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