Compassion
I walked into my Spanish Professor’s office with a bit of fear and trepidation. I knew that I didn’t do well on the last exam and she had asked me to come and talk with her. After going over the test and making a list of the things I need to master she asked if we could pray together. As we came before the throne of grace I was overwhelmed with her words of compassion. She kindly expressed to the Father that I was struggling and on my behalf she asked Him for help. I walked out of her office with a smile and a thankful heart.
I’ve had a few such experiences lately. The people of God have a powerful tool which brings a healing touch to the aching heart. When compassion is sincerely expressed it breaks down walls and lightens the load of this world.
Moms are especially good at compassion, but we should all try to master the second greatest commandment. Jesus looked on the crowds with compassion and we should follow in His steps. I have known for a long time that it’s good to love people and to be concerned for them. Paul says to “rejoice with those who rejoice, and to weep with those who weep.” I had forgotten how powerful it is to have someone look into my eyes with understanding, to speak words with tenderness, or to wrap me tight in a "I'm here for you" hug.
If you’re a Christian I call you to first of all enjoy the compassion that God has so graciously bestowed upon us through His Son. Secondly, be quick to show it to those in your path. The world is full of hurting people and we need to use the power of love to reveal Christ to those who need Him.
Things on my mind...
I’m sorta working on school. As you may know I’m home right now because it’s our “spring” break. Sadly, I’ve been sick so my entire break has been spent in bed. Actually Mom and I went out tonight. We got caught up which was lovely. I miss her when I’m at school. I know everyone misses their Mom, but I miss her double because she my Mom and the most amazing person I know. *Thanks for the coffee and the talk Mom*
Ok, you know how I left my phone charger at school when I was home for Christmas (five weeks) well this time I left my computer cord. Yeah, really smooth move considering that I brought home about 8 hours worth of homework home with me. *Sigh* One of these days Rebekah is going to get her life together, until then thanks for loving her.
I’ve been learning so many things. God has sent me surprises lately. Tarah and I had a lovely trip to Indy. I’m really thankful for my funny little friend. *I love you Tarah* I'm looking forward to our trip back to Grove City.
These next few weeks at school are going to be intense. I’m nervous because the challenge will require me to give 100% but if I walk with the Lord I should hear is command “Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” I have nothing to worry about. I need to learn to stand in awe of His awesome might.
Educational Psychology is a very interesting class. We have to analyze classroom scenarios and evaluate them according to various theories. It gets me excited about being a teacher. I find people intriguing. I am fascinated by what “makes a person tick”. My students are going to have very different backgrounds. Some of them will know love and some of them will not. My students may know Jesus already, but I’m guessing many of them will get their first glimpse of Him when they see Him in me. It’s a scary thought, but a very motivational one. I don’t know where I’ll teach. I don’t know what kind of students I will have, but I know that God will be with me, and I know that they will be needy kids with a intense craving for love. I also know that I’m praying for them. God may already be preparing their hearts for my classroom.
He is a big God and if we’re willing He has a plan for us. I’m working on being willing.
Well, I should get back to work. Enjoy your weekend, especially the Lord’s day.
Proverbs 22
"The rich and the poor meet together;
The Lord is the Maker of them all." vs. 2
"The reward for humility and fear of the Lord
is riches and honor and life." vs. 4
"Do not rob the poor, because he is poor,
or crush the afflicted at the gate,
for the Lord will plead their cause
and rob of life those who rob them." vs. 22-23
The End (Not really, we were just saying that)
It’s been sorta crazy in MAP room 268 tonight. Alex got back this afternoon bearing roses, clean laundry and a forlorn look of love sickness. It’s ok, after about an hour she bounced back to the happy Alex. Ben is great, he makes her happy. I think that’s the way it’s supposed to be.
Jenna comes and goes about her business with interesting cracks as needed. We have affectionately dubbed her “Peanut Gallery” because she has an undying love for peanuts and she always has something to say. It’s ok, I gave her a Nutter Butter as a sign of my affection just last evening. Our window frosted over this evening because it is 3 degrees at Grove City, PA. It’s pretty, but painfully cold. I hope it warms up soon.I just got done doing a bit of letter writing, and now I am going to head to bed.
It’s going to be a crazy week. God will preserve us. We won’t kill each other, and if we do it’s not the end of the world at least two of us will get 4.0’s. Just kidding.
Well, that’s about the end. Lol.
Wait, I need to add that it has been a significant Lord’s day. Worship was amazing, and God has yet again proved Himself faithful to “Little Missy”. Thanks for your prayers on this front. May His name be praised forever and ever.
Learning to be thankful for...
phone calls late at night.
waking up before dawn to meet with Jesus.
history being discovered in the trees.
the beauty of the Lord’s song.
the hall outside of tiny dorm room.
the importance of post.
little children in the church.
valentines Day, even if I’m still the president of Anti-Valentines day.
old maps.
my ability to remember.
the Scriptures giving us the story of “in the beginning.”
thousands of dirty dishes.
piles of Spanish homework.
the wisdom of Proverbs.
the effort to not communicate my emotions in my eyes.
the great commission to the church.
the truth spoken in love.
the beauty of water.
laughing at the future.
a God who heals.
the ability to learn.
promises that are never broken, regardless of my unfaithfulness.
heaven.
people that I miss.
discipline, because He is worth it.
a broken world that makes me rely on Jesus for my everything.
the cross.
a rain puddle.
my freedom.
the sunrise.
this glorious day, for it is the only one that I can do anything about.
