Compassion for the Elderly

Verse of the Week

“The Lord is gracious and full of compassion,

slow to anger and great in mercy.” (Psalm 145:8 NKJV)

Scripture Reading: Psalm 145:8; Job 12:12; Exodus 22:23

Compassion for the Elderly

When it comes to compassion, people are generally more patient and forgiving of certain behaviors based on situations.  They don’t get as agitated at a lost child crying, a little baby teething or a family that has suffered difficulty. Instead they go with the flow without getting emotional.

Sadly, finding room in our heart to show patience and compassion is rarely visible in dealing with the aged.  This is especially true if they are sick or uncooperative when they don’t understand something.

Compassion is something we all learn through demonstration.  Years ago, witnessing the way my husband was toward seniors helped me fully appreciate their wisdom and enjoy being around them. 

“Wisdom is with the aged, and understanding in length of days.”

(Job 12:12 ESV)

My spouse’s main environment was in that age range with his father being almost 60 when he was born. He showed others how to be patient, understanding and compassionate, because of those who taught him the value of each individual.

“The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, slow to anger and great in mercy.” (Psalm 145:8 NKJV)

We are to show compassion toward all mankind, but keep this in mind.  As you find yourself in the company of the elderly, be patient, gracious and full of compassion as Christ was for you. 

“You shall not mistreat any widow or fatherless child. If you mistreat them, and they cry out to Me, I will surely hear their cry.” (Exodus 22:23 ESV)

Don’t get angry and mistreat them if they fail to respond properly.  Become an example for those who are watching.  Who knows, one day you might need that same understanding and compassion. (cw)

March 15^th – 21^st Daily Bible Reading

15. Matthew 18-19; Leviticus 21-22

16. Matthew 20-22; Leviticus 23-24

17. Matthew 23-24; Leviticus 25-27

18. Matthew 25-26; Numbers 1-2

19. Matthew 27-28; Numbers 3-4

20. Numbers 5-6; Ecclesiastes 1-3

21. Numbers 7-8; Ecclesiastes 4-5

*Also be sure to read a Proverb a day. 

 Daily Readings are designed to read through the entire Bible in one year. 

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Set Free from Frustration

Verse of the Month

“Christ has set us free! This means we are really free.  Now hold on to your freedom and don’t ever become slaves of the Law again.”

(Galatians 5:1-2 CEV)

July 15^th – 21^st, 2019

Scripture Reading: Psalm 139:23-24

Set Free from Frustration

Have you ever been so frustrated that if you didn’t leave the situation there would be some sort of trouble?  No doubt there have been times in your life when frustration has taken over your emotions. You don’t want to sin, but cry out: “Lord, if You don’t do something quick, I don’t think I can take this anymore.”

How do you respond to something that is wrong and you can’t do a thing to correct the situation?  Even Jesus had His limits when He found money changers and vendors selling in God’s house.  His response was to flip the tables and run the people out because they violated the sacred Temple.  (See Matthew 21:12-13) 

Why can’t we act the same way when we’re frustrated with people?  The difference is that Jesus’ frustration and anger didn’t lead to sin, but was a Righteous act defending God’s House of Prayer. 

Often times our frustration reaches levels that cause us to sin because we are so upset.  Injustice caused Jesus to act, not His emotions.  He was angry, but didn’t sin. (Ephesians 4:26)

Jesus’ relationship with the Heavenly Father was key to keeping His emotions intact and it is the same for us.  Daily conversations with God through prayer and reading the Bible will let us know when we are out of His will.

When you find yourself in a situation that frustrates you to the point of becoming angry, take a faith moment to step back and ask, “Why is this causing me to act this way?”  Remind yourself that you have been set free from frustration, anxiety and anger that could lead to sin.

Trust in the Lord for help.  Search your heart as King David did; invite the Lord to show you what is causing this reaction and how to respond without sinning.  You might be surprised to find that you are the one who is in the wrong. (cw)

“Search me, O God and know my heart;

test me and know my anxious thoughts.

Point out anything in me that offends you,

and lead me along the path of everlasting life.”

(Psalm 139:23-24 NLT)

July 15^th – 21^st, 2019 Daily Bible Reading

15. Micah 5-6; John 19-21

16. Micah 7 1 John 1-3

17. Nahum 1-3; 1 John 4-5

18. Habakkuk 1-3; 2 John

19. 1 Chronicles 1-2; 3 John

20. 1 Chronicles 3-4; Zephaniah 1-3

21. 1 Chronicles 5-6; Haggai 1-2

*Also be sure to read a Proverb a day. 

Daily Readings are designed to read through the entire Bible in one year. 

Invite Jesus into your heart. Say the prayer of salvation.

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