A Place of Healing for those in crisis, grieving or suffering from broken dreams or shattered relationships. [Read 1 Samuel 16:14 & 23] [14] Now the Spirit of the LORD had departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the LORD tormented him. [23] Whenever the spirit from God came upon Saul, David would take his harp and play. Then relief would come to Saul; he would feel better, and the evil spirit would leave him. Though at times despised, feared, and eventually even hunted, David still cared for Saul with his music, relieving his suffering and becoming a companion to the ailing king. We too have opportunities to help relieve the suffering of others by using our gifts in unexpected and soothing ways. Unlikely alliances are forged through acts of compassion, and comfort comes from a helping hand offered to those who feel abandoned. Living compassionately means to think and act without putting ourselves at the center of the universe, without believing that "It's all about me." To recognize that the whole of existence does not revolve around the little planet I call myself is the beginning of wisdom. Thus wisdom and compassion grow together and find their fulfillment in each other. As we become more compassionate, we gain wisdom; as we become wiser, our compassionate natures are more fully revealed. Compassion reveals the universe in which God lives. "The difference between suffering which destroys us and suffering which transforms us begins with the presence of a caring, thoughtful other who is willing to acknowledge that brokenness with us."—Ron Johnson, from Broken, We Heal Please share with Pastor Steve your thoughts, joys and concerns.
  • What do you think the Church's purpose is?
  • Does your lifestyle reflect what's in your heart, head, hands or hopes?
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