Sunday, June 27 All things . . . that you want men to do to you, you also must do to them.​—Matt. 7:12.

[Áine]

Sunday, June 27

All things . . . that you want men to do to you, you also must do to them.—Matt. 7:12.

 

When we are going through a hard time, how we appreciate those who offer support in practical ways! “There are so many routine things that seem to be impossible to do when you are suffering,” says Ryan, whose father died unexpectedly in a tragic accident. “Practical assistance—even when it seems very little—goes a long way.” Never underestimate how comforting your practical yet simple acts of kindness can be. The first-century disciple Mark was a busy Christian. Yet, Mark made time to comfort the apostle Paul, and Paul felt free to ask for Mark’s assistance. Angela, who had to cope with the violent death of a family member, appreciated the willingness of those who comforted her. “When friends genuinely want to help, they are approachable,” she says. “They don’t seem reluctant or hesitant.” We can ask ourselves, ‘Am I known for being willing to comfort fellow worshippers in practical ways?’ w20.01 11-12 ¶14-16

[Vinnie]

We all want to know that our brothers and sisters are caring people.  But we will never know which of our brothers and sisters are dealing with something and are suffering in silence unless we get to know our brothers and sisters.  We can't care or help unless we get to know them. We can help  them carry their load just by them knowing others know of their situation and are praying for them.

[rocket]

You can always tell a humble caring brother/sister when he/she is constantly trying to assist a bro. or sister who complains about every little ache and pain no matter how bad it is. There are those of course who are in constant pain all the time who say very little and hopefully get cared about also.

[Áine]

The golden rule,  how many people quote this scripture unknowingly... and yet rarely live up to it.