I've been helping out a friend who is recovering from some setbacks. I genuinely want to do whatever I can to get things back on track and make him feel less down about the situation. Sometimes he has to ask for more help and I'm more than happy to give it. I just keep telling him that God provides and I happen to be the current conduit. I don't expect anything in return, really. I'm just thankful that God has put me in a position to be able to help.
I pondered this for a long time then it hit me: This is how Jesus loves us. He gives endlessly, joyfully to us. He doesn't do it because he expects anything in return. He doesn't make us feel guilty when we ask for more. He does it because He loves us, plain and simple.
My friend knows how tough Valentine's Day can be for a single girl. He surprised me with a sweet card and some chocolate covered strawberries. It really made me smile and feel appreciated, loved even. It was just his way of saying "Thanks" and it was perfect!
And through that, I got a small glimpse of how Jesus dances when we give thanks to Him and tell him we love Him.
3 years ago
