I think it’s probably safe to say that we’ve all had times in our lives when we’ve needed a hand. We’ve gone through or are going through a difficult situation. Maybe facing the loss of a loved one, an illness, perhaps the loss of a job, or having lived through a natural disaster. Whatever the situation, there comes a point when you realize, I need help; I can’t do this alone.
Sometimes, though, it’s hard to admit. We don’t want to appear weak; we want to be independent. We believe others are in much worse situations and deserve help more than we do. All of that may be true; however, that doesn’t change the fact that we sometimes need a hand up. Notice what I said: a hand up, not a handout.
God asks us to be there for each other. Jesus told us to treat others as we want to be treated. Well, the other side of that is to allow ourselves to accept help, to be open to allowing others to lend a hand.
Friends, we’re all in this thing called life together. We don’t have to face it alone. Jesus told us we would face difficulties, and He told us He would always be here with us. However, we also have each other. Together, with His strength, we can face whatever comes our way.
So, if you find yourself in a place of need. Let others help. It doesn’t have to be extravagant. Maybe it’s something as simple as asking them to run an errand for you. Be humble, and allow yourself to accept a hand up. Then, when the opportunity presents itself, return the favor. We’re not in this alone 🙂 .
Have a good day, friends.
Galatians 6:2
Bear on another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.
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