Therefore
we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and
exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of
Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you
all.”
II Corinthians 7:13
So often in my
life each day
I have so much
to do—
That I forget to
remember that those around me
Most likely have
many needs too
Yes, too often
my thoughts are only of me
And how to be
successful today—
That I forget to
reach out in love to others
Or always be
loving in what I do or say.
“It’s all about
‘me’,”
we often hear
In this age of
self-centered living;
We forget that
true life in Christ our Lord
Is really about
serving and giving.
We forget that
kind words are so often just like
Cold water to a
thirsty man,
And kind deeds
are really eloquent words
When we lend
someone a helping hand.
How wonderful it
is when others reach out
And touch us
with their love—
For in reality
they’ve show us just a tiny glimpse
Of the Father’s
love up above.
Christ’s love
uplifts those who are burdened in heart,
Whether by a
tiny word or deed;
It looks beyond one’s
color or creed
And simply sees
their need.
“Soul-refreshing”
is something we all can use
Most each and
every day;
And most often
we receive it when we do our best
To give it to
others along the way.
May we let the Spirit
direct our paths
As we interact
with others,
For they, too,
probably need some “soul refreshing”
From one who’s
called “sister” or “brother.”
by Tom Smith
