The Upper Room Devotional 11th October 2023 (Keep Caring)
Read and Study Today’s The Upper Room Daily Devotional for 11 October 2023 Message written by Diana Clark. God bless you as you study today! Please share with your friends and loved ones.
TODAY’S TOPIC: KEEP CARING
Andrew Billings (Alabama, USA)
TODAY’S READING
Luke 10:25-37
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
With an open spirit, I will look for someone who needs my loving care today.
The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. “Look after him,” he said, “and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.” – Luke 10:35 (NIV)
I had read the story of the good Samaritan many times before I realized that the Samaritan’s good deeds did not all happen on a single day. On the first day, he took the man to an inn and cared for him. On the second, he paid the innkeeper to give further aid to the man. In that exchange, he told the innkeeper he would return later on.
Many times when we become a good Samaritan ourselves, we do our single good deed and then return to our normal lives, proud of the gift we’ve given. Nothing is wrong with that, but the Samaritan’s story tells us much more. He cared for a person more than one day and said he would be back. His promise to return demonstrates that the continued welfare of people in need should always be at the forefront of our minds.
I’ve tried to model this understanding with family and friends who have needed help. Revisiting them for a moment to make sure they’re alright shows our love for them. Additionally, it keeps us mindful of the need for extended care for those who need us.
TODAY’S PRAYER
Dear Lord, if there is a need, give us wisdom and courage to draw on your strength as we offer your love to others. Amen.
PRAYER FOCUS
Someone who needs my support
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