At church this past Sunday, I was approached by a girl named Emily. She asked if I was OK and explained that I had been on her mind and that she'd felt burdened to pray for me. Everything was fine, but her simple concern sincerely touched my heart. We talked a bit longer and she gave me a warm hug. As I watched her walk away I couldn't hold back a smile. Although I don't know Emily very well, I never for one second doubted her love or concern for me.
I've heard people say that they find it hard to trust God because they can't see or touch Him. But a thought crossed my mind this particular Sunday morning. If we are the Body of Christ (and therefore His mouth, His hands and feet) then I just recieved a hug from the Lord. Furthermore, He had clearly used Emily to cover me in prayer, and who knows what unforseen trouble was heading my way.
Ephesians 4:16 says, "From Him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work."
God uses people - His people - to express His Love for us. Emily's simple gesture changed my day and my perspective. I walked away feeling loved, and not just by Emily but by the God of the universe. I can't help but wonder what would've happened if Emily hadn't done her part...
Am I doing mine? Are you doing yours? What are your thoughts?
