Our pastor has been challenging our church the last two Sundays on reaching out to those in our cmmunity who are in need of a "good Samaritan." People all around us are hurting and in need of someone to come alongside to help. I was reminded of this once again by a blog post that I read last evening. The writer wrote about the book, Sarah's Key. It is a work of fiction, but it is based on the rounding up of Jews in France in 1942. They were rounded up by policemen who worked in their neighborhoods and knew them. To this day there is denial of any knowledge of this happening.
All around us are people in need. I have to ask myself, "What am I doing to be a good Samaritan?" What am I going to do today to get out of my comfort zone and minister to someone who might be hurting?
5 comments:
i have said several times in the past few weeks, i am happy and not looking for things to do, but i feel i should be doing something for someone not just living my life. thanks for the reminder
I agree, Beverly, for too long we have sat comfortably not reaching out to those around us, and in the community. I love the song you posted it is a great encouragement. Blessings to you.
Great post, Beverly. I don't want to pass by those around me who are in need without making a conscious effort to help them in some small way.
Bev, this song touches me everytime I hear it.
Its the theme of our Church's Season of Service.
Thanks for posting it.
Wonderful post Bev. Reaching out to others is what life really is about. I'd say there was quite a lot of that during Hurrican Irene on the east coast, according to my daughter who lives in NJ. It's a good feeling... ~Joy
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