Sharing Where It Matters

Share each other's troubles and problems, and in this way obey the Law of Christ.
Galatians 6:2

In the last few weeks, months and year I have had  a number of friends die, a parent die, a grandchild go straight to heaven,  and a friends child being hurt seriously in a car wreck (passengers died in the wreck).  This could be overwhelming to all concerned.  It certainly was NO picnic. There is a good chance you had some of this "bad stuff" put on your life's plate, and you know exactly what I am talking about.

However, 2 things consistently  help during such difficulties:  First God's grace is ALWAYS "sufficient."  "HIS power is perfected in our weakness."  The second thing is related to those around us who come along side or who simply pray.  These mean more than anyone could imagine. Today's wisdom addresses the last part of this successful comfort formula... other folks in in our lives. 

Reminds me of the story of a little boy who was terrified at bed time.  He kept calling his Mom into his room because he was so very scared.  Finally the Mom attempted to apply comforting words. "Son" she said, "Don't you know that Jesus is right here with you, and if you just pray to Him when you are afraid, He will help you."  The little boy said, "I know Mommy, but sometimes it helps to have help from someone with skin on."

It certainly does help.  Who has been someone with "skin on" in your life who helps you through the difficult times?"  When was the last time you let someone help you as the one "with skin on?" When was the last time you were the one "with skin on" who helped a friend through their time of weakness?" I pray we will never forget that Christ Followers are "the Body of Christ."  We are the only Jesus people will see because we are Jesus "with skin on."

Be blessed 2-day ... Especially 2-day.
Be blessed to be a blessing "with skin on."

SoJourner

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