Matthew 22:37-39
“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.”
These scriptures are not referring specifically to those neighbors that live next door to us, but instead to all those we come in contact with. Those in our neighborhoods, our communities, our work places, the super market and even our homes.
As a parent I have always hoped that my children who are now grown and gone would still love and care about their siblings, even though they have all gone their separate ways. I know that our Heavenly Father feels the same way about His children, after all we are all brothers and sisters.
This world needs more kindness, more compassion and more love. Although writing a post each week can be good for myself, that is not the reason I am writing. I write for my neighbors who live close to me and for those that are far away. My brothers and sisters whom I will never meet. I write especially for those who are broken in one way or another. Just like I was. It was my ‘Neighbors’ who helped guide me in the direction where I would find healing, and now it is my turn to give back.
If sharelift only helps one person, all of my time writing will be worth it. I share in hopes of lifting others to a higher place of peace and comfort. Our Savior Jesus Christ is the best example of loving our neighbor. He showed no malice or hatred towards anyone….even those who hurt him. He feels deep compassion and understanding for all of Gods children. His love is unconditional! Helping others turn to Christ brings blessings beyond measure!!!
Reach Out With Love to Those Around You!
by Tanya Christiansen