1 Corinthians 12:12-14,27-31, Luke 7:11-17
The idea of a God who came to live among us remains a point of doubt for many. The Stoics, for instance, never believed that God could become human, much less possess human emotions. Yet, when Jesus saw the widow’s dead son being carried to be buried, he was deeply moved and intervened. Our God is compassionate, not distant or indifferent. In moments when all seems lost, he steps in and ensures we are not completely abandoned. His presence is always near, offering hope.
“When the Lord saw her, he felt sorry for her. ‘Do not cry’ he said. Then he went up and put his hand on the bier and the bearers stood still, and he said, ‘Young man, I tell you to get up.’ And the dead man sat up and began to talk, and Jesus gave him to his mother. Everyone was filled with awe and praised God saying, ‘A great prophet has appeared among us; God has visited his people.”
God understands our pain, and we are never alone in our struggles. After witnessing the miracles of Jesus, the people proclaimed that God had come to dwell among them. God continues to make himself present through all who open themselves to being instruments of his will.
Hence, whenever we show compassion and become a source of hope for the hopeless, we reveal the face of God, who is always ready to come to the aid of the abandoned. Each time we wipe away the tears of others, we bring God’s presence into their lives, offering them comfort and reminding them of his love.
May we always be agent so restoration and hope in our communities. Amen.
