Look for the helpers

Good morning everyone,

Our theme for this month: “God’s power in you and for you”

Our Bible verse for today: “For we know that all things work together for the good of those who are called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 (CSB)

Our thought for today: “Look for the helpers”

In his wonderful little devotional book, “The World According to Mister Rogers” (which was written for adults), Fred Rogers related some words of wisdom which he received as a child from his mother: “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” To this day, especially in times of disaster, I remember my mother’s words, and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers – so many caring people in this world.”

What Mr. Rogers was expressing was the truth contained in Romans 8:28 that even in the middle of the worst of times, God is at work behind the scenes bringing some good out of the bad, and He usually does it by inspiring good people to do good things. Acts of mercy and kindness – the willingness to help and even sacrifice for those who are in distress and in great need, that’s how Christians are to be channels for God to work in this world.

Romans 8:28 is an important verse of Scripture because it reminds us of the sovereignty and power of God. It reminds us that God is fully aware, always present, and ultimately in complete control. The verse does not mean that all things are good – because obviously many things are not good. But it does mean that when bad things happen, God goes to work, orchestrating events (often quietly and behind the scenes), by bringing some good thing out of the bad – especially for those who love Him and belong to Him. And frequently, He does it through the faithful service of those who belong to Him.

We are part of God’s plan to help those who are suffering and in need. As Mr. Rogers’ mother told him, “Look for the helpers.” If you do, you will always find people who are willing to help. And hopefully, you will be one of them. God will provide the helpers. It’s one of the ways His power gets manifested during our times of need.

Look for the helpers. Be one of the helpers.

God bless,
Pastor Jim

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