Sometimes it is tempting to think that only a minister or priest can lead a flock. However, the beauty and simplicity of this Scripture today tells us all to "Tend the flock in your midst." Take a minute and look around you at the people you encounter each and every day. Family, Friends. Co-workers. Acquaintances. Church members. Neighbors. According to this Bible passage, we are to help them all as we are able. In reality, it would probably be easier to tend to your flock if they were all distant strangers rather than close friends and especially, family! However, this passage tells us that we are all called to lead by example, cast our cares on the Lord, and trust He will give us all we need to care for those around us.
So go on--Carefully look around you this day and see where your flock rests. Jesus Christ Himself will help you as you tend to the needs of those right around you who are weary or burdened. Do you see your brother in need--hungry, thirsty or in need of clothing? Can you make yourself available to listen to a friend with a broken heart? Is there someone around you in dire need of prayer? And ask yourself this: Am I willing to become an encourager for Christ? For the power of encouragement is profound and blessed, both for the one encouraging, and the one on the receiving end...
The God of all grace, who called you unto his eternal glory through Christ,will Himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered a little. To Him be dominion forever. Amen." I Peter 5:10
Adele M. Gill 2013 Copyright
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