Scripture: Isaiah 49:13
Sing for joy, O heavens, and exult, O earth; break forth, O mountains, into singing! For the Lord has comforted his people, and will have compassion on his suffering ones.
Thought for the Day: I remember being a bit stunned when a woman said to me, “I’m glad the Lord has compassion for them (referring to a group of people she didn’t like), for I sure won’t.” There is no question that God’s ability to show compassion is far beyond our capacity, but that doesn’t mean we relinquish our responsibility simply because God has that covered or God can do a better job of it. Instead, God’s acts of compassion should be a source of inspiration. Recently, I came across an article (CLICK HERE) about students who helped to build a community outhouse in Laos. It doesn’t sound all that significant on the compassion-meter, but the addition of a toilet that takes waste to a septic tank will make a dramatic impact upon the health of a community. Don’t look for excuses. Instead, look for opportunities.
Prayer: O Lord of Compassion, guide me to more and more opportunities where I can demonstrate what I have experienced so beautifully in my relationship with you. Amen.