Adding Value

One of the things that provides value to others is meeting their felt needs. We have to know what the people around us need. The problem to overcome is we tend to be consumed with our own felt needs. Sometimes many of our wants even trump the needs of the others in our lives. We can spend so much time and energy trying to cater to ourselves that we don't add anything to those around us. Jesus Christ was the opposite of that. He always considered others. Our Lord gave purpose to the aimless. He gave food to the hungry. He gave healing to the sick. He gave answers to the seeker. He showed loving concern to the outcast. He represented the kingdom of God and He embodied a willingness to help people find a better way to live. He wasn't looking to add a notch to His belt. He wasn't trying to increase the number of followers in His community. Jesus loved people and people sensed that love. Massive crowds came to Him because they knew He cared. Operating like Jesus is not about easing the conscience. We need the heartbeat of Jesus to transform our lifestyles. Have a great day filling a need that someone else has!