EITHER WAY IT IS IMPORTANT

“Just being there for a needy person” is one of the most needed ministry in these times that we are living. The world we live in, is in a mad rush…running and at breakneck speed…and no one knows where to…and no one seems to have the concern and patience, to pause and listen to those in need.

Katherine Walden says something very profound in this regard – “If a person feels the need to tell you the same story countless times, there is a reason. It is either important to their heart, or they feel it is important for you to know. Be kind, be attentive, be patient and perhaps you will be the one God uses to help them move past where they are stuck.” It is an apt and an insightful observation – “It is either important to their heart, or they feel it is important for you to know.” Simply put, either way it is important for the person concerned. It is a painful diagnosis of the disease that is fast spreading.

Let us take time to pause and listen to the people. A whole lot of them are in desperate need to be heard. Just by listening to them, it not only relieves their pain that is lodged in their hearts, but additionally, it makes them feel happy, and boosts their esteem,  by the mere fact that someone cares for them, and have stopped and listened to them.” What a wonderful ministry it is! Isn’t it?

Bob Benson, presents this very well, “When life caves in, you do not need reasons – you need comfort. You do not need some answers – you need someone. Jesus does not come to us with an explanation – He comes to us with His presence.”

Would we care to be that person?