Matthew 25:44

Scripture: 

Matthew 25:44  “Then they themselves also will answer, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry, or thirsty, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not take care of You?’” (NASB)

Observation:

He came back for a few years, but I never saw him again. I was a young boy at the time. He obviously was hurt because he wasn't acting like he should. So I picked him up, brought him home, and for the next few weeks fed him and nurtured his wounds. He was a young sparrow who had injured his wing. He didn't put up a fight as I took care of him during those weeks, and when he was strong enough, I let him go and watched him fly away.

Today's verse speaks of a question that we may have to answer one day. It's about taking care of those hungry, thirsty, naked or sick, in prison or simply a stranger. I wonder how we will answer when asked what we did. It was a year later that I noticed him on the railing of our porch. The sparrow had returned as if to say thank you. He spent a few days there and for the next few years came back. Each time I watched him fly away, I felt good inside. When we take care of those who are hurting in some way, we can watch them fly away with a newness of life. That's if we take the time to help. Who are we going to help today? 

Application:

1) Think about what you just read.

2) Ask the Holy Spirit for clarity and insight.

3) Share this with someone who would benefit from reading it.

4) Make sure others see Jesus in YOU today.

TOM SEMBER has been involved in ministering to men for over 20 years. He is an ordained minister with the AG in the NY Ministry Network. Tom lives with his wife, Carolyn, and children in New York. You can connect with Tom on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.