We Need Each Other
Today I would like to say a special word of thanks to those of you who have supported the Dial Hope Foundation with a financial donation. Your gifts make this ministry possible!
I once heard about a woman who made it a point to stop by her local post office for stamps because the postal employees were exceptionally friendly. One year, right before Christmas, the lines were particularly long. Someone kindly pointed out to her there was no need to wait in line because a stamp machine was located in the lobby. “I know,” replied the woman, ‘but the machine won’t ask me about my arthritis.”
I’m reminded that in our tech-savvy world, many people are starved for community. God made us in such a way that we need other people. We need to hear real voices, experience human touch.
As I read the gospels, I am continually amazed at how often Jesus touches the people he seeks to heal.
Today, no matter how “connected” you are online, may make an effort to connect with those you actually see around you. Make eye contact with the store clerk. Hold the hand of an elderly friend, smile at the stranger, hug a friend. And, as you do, may you notice God’s loving, healing presence in your midst.
Let us pray: God of Love, in Jesus Christ you walked among us – flesh and blood. You ate with sinners, you touched the lonely and the sick, you laughed and cried and suffered. Thank you for your incarnate love. Teach us to love others as you have loved us. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
