Dealing with Life

I am often amused by the stories I read in the news. It's interesting to see what people get all riled up about. Most of the stuff is not worth even mentioning. Yet, there it is many times on the front page of the newspaper, or on the internet, or on the evening news. Where it's happening, though, is in the trenches. People are struggling with life everyday. Divorce, health issues, relationships, (or lack thereof), are where it's really happening. Once we understand that everything is not just fine, that it's hard, maybe then we can start helping. We don't have to have all the answers. In fact, it's good that we don't. As I see it there are two important things we must do. First, we must point them to Jesus. He does have all the answers. They may not be the one(s) we want. But He told us to bring all our cares and burdens to him. Peter said to "cast all your cares on him, for he cares for you." Second, we must care. Rather than explaining to someone why their loved one died or giving your particular thoughts of God's reasoning is futile. But a hug and a sincere, "I'm so sorry," goes a long way. Then, and only then, can we begin making a difference. I hope your day is blessed. JW