Scripture: Galatians 6: 1-6
Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves. Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load. Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word should share all good things with their instructor.
Scripture Commentary: Jesus bears our burdens daily.
No Christian should ever think that he or she is totally independent, not needing help from others. No one should feel excused from the task of helping others. We are to help alleviate each other’s burdens.
The body of Christ – the church – functions only when the members work together for the common good.
Do you know someone who needs help?
If you do, hold out your hand and do whatever you can.
When you do your very best, you feel good about the results. And when you do things, don’t compare yourself to others. Your gift is what God gave you. People make comparisons to point out flaws in order to feel better about themselves. Others compare because they simply want reassurance that they are doing well.
When you are tempted to compare, look at Jesus Christ. His example will inspire you to do your very best, and his loving acceptance will comfort you when you fall short of your expectations.
We are in God’s hands. Let Him show you the way to live and to be Christ-like.
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