For the Neighbors

Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it’s in your power to help them.
Proverbs 3:27 NLT

God blesses us, and in fulfilling His Word that we are to be like Him, we should bless others. This Scripture is the same principle as in the Ten Commandments to love our neighbor. In Luke 10:25-37, Jesus clearly defines who is our neighbor in the parable of the Good Samaritan. 

I don't believe this is limited to our financial resources and blessings. I believe it includes our time, compassion, understanding, love...  If we have it, we should freely and lovingly give it. Just as God has done for us. 

Prayer:

Father,

           Please give us Your eyes to see the needs of others. Please give us Your heart so that we are quick to respond to those needs. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen

Through the Bible in a Year
Reading for January 18th
Genesis 37:1-38:30
Matthew 12:22-45
Psalm 16:1-11
Proverbs 3:27-32