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Upholding My Testimony

He wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” — Luke 10:29

It can be difficult to show compassion to someone you might despise. It can also be difficult to receive help from such a person. In those days the Jews and Samaritans despised each other. In Jesus’ parable v30-35, a priest and a Levite pass by and notice the man who has been robbed and beaten, but they keep going without offering any help. Then along comes a Samaritan. This man stops and takes action in practical ways. He doesn’t just throw money at the problem; he also gives his time and resources to see that the beaten man is restored to health again.

Many of us tend to measure our love for God by our commitment to church attendance, Bible study, giving money for ministry, or volunteering at church. Yet loving our neighbor demands more. To love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength goes hand in hand with loving our neighbor as ourselves. We are commanded to do both v27 regardless of who they are, what they have done, or where they come from.

This parable affirms to us our duty as those through whom God is daily and always showing his grace, even to someone we might despise and feel they do not deserve help. This is what grace (unearned favor) is all about. (Romans 5:6-11.)

PRAYER

Lord, make my lifestyle an embodiment of your grace. Give me sound judgment as I share your love. In Jesus’ name Amen.

Rev. Isaac G. Y Bangalu Founder & CE

Couples & Singles Network for Christ Initiative

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