Caring is not Optional
( I Timothy 6:17-19)
God’s Word has great instructions for those who believe in them and seek to practice what they tell us on a daily basis. Paul was Timothy’s mentor and gave much of his wisdom to this ‘Son in the faith’. He often told Timothy to pass along the things from God that were true and honorable. For example --- to the rich he told them, ‘don’t be conceited nor fix their attention on the uncertainty of wealth’. Material things are what Jesus reminded us that ‘moth and rust’ destroy them. Focus instead on what God provides for us to enjoy! Paul goes on to tell Timothy to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share. Caring is mandatory for all Christians who call themselves disciples of Jesus. I would say to every Christ follower --- ‘Every believer is a minister of the gospel’. What things can we share with others, regardless of our age or even health?
1. Prayer for and with others
2. Scripture intended to bring light and hope
3. Personal visits of love
4. Phone calls – that bring a little joy
5. Share pictures – reminders of friendship
6. A lunch or a treat
Who have you reached out to recently offering a caring touch from God? We should all want Knox to be described as a caring community that reaches out to others in the ways that bring reverence to Christ our Lord.
—Fred Daniels, Director of Evangelism & Discipleship