Be Present
Saturday, March 13
“Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of
Christ.” Galatians 6:2
We get wrapped up in our own personal challenges, unaware of the
suffering of our fellow human beings. Perhaps we do not understand the
healing power of being present for one another during life’s hardships.
Relationship trouble, financial woes, poor health, and legal challenges
are problems we have all faced. The opportunity to share our most trying
experiences becomes a precious gift we give by being present during the
suffering of others. God is calling us to be present and to lessen the
suffering of the people in our lives, family, friends, community, and
world. Our nonjudgmental companionship with another person during
their hardship can result in the lessoning of their despair. In this way we
are following the Law of Christ, to love one another as God has loved us.
Thank you for opening our eyes and hearts to others’ suffering. Give us
strength to bear their burdens without judgment. In Jesus’ name. Amen
Cindy Bowe, Member of Grace Lutheran