I was…and you
“I was hungry…and you fed me. I was thirsty…and you gave me drink. “
~Matthew 25:35
Written so long ago, those verses seem to go back and forth quite personally as Jesus talks about himself and then so bluntly points at us. “I was…and you. “
He’s putting the ball in our court or rather, pointing out by such effective use of past tense that the ball has been there all along.
Think about it. Everyone we encounter today is an “I was” and to each of them, we are an “and you”.
The stranger on the street: I was alone in the world…and you smiled at me.
The angry person at work: I was irritated and having a bad day…and you showed me grace by overlooking my attitude.
The friend: I was worried and you offered assurance.
The teen where you buy lunch: I was working my first job at a fast food restaurant, and you sought out the manager to compliment me.
Whether we want to or not, and whether we realize it or not, we are all the “And you”.
By realizing it though, you’d be amazed at how many “I was” lives you can turn around.
“I felt like I was alone in the world…and your kind smile as you passed by reminded me that I wasn’t”
I was…
And you…
You’re going to change the world today whether you realize it or not, but by accepting that fact in a conscious manner, you can determine what kind of change you make.
And you…
Thank you! Even though WE may think that WE are unimportant, even a smile or special comment can make someone else happy or change their attitude! And that is very important in the world we live in today.
YOU are such a blessing to so many. Thanks again!
Lord, never let me forget that I am an “and you”.
Very wonderful Post!! Been saved since 12 years old,and saw many times,”wouldn’t take nothing for what Jesus,has done,going to do,and wll do forever!! Thanks,Christy,we all need to speak out to others,and plant the seed,maybe they will get saved,before too late!!
I love your Lifesavers! We don’t realize how a simple act of kindness, such as a smile or any kind gesture can make someones day.
Christy you are so wise…thank you for all your kind words…you continue to pull me up from the pit!
Have a blessed day!
And you…. blessed me this morning hour, a morning filled with great expectations. With joy to be found in all things. This post being one. It does one’s heart good to see, hear, and talk of good things beginnning a day. Choose our words wisely this morning as we reflect on the glory of His day. REJOICE!
Thank you for such a good reminder that something as simple as a smile can make such a difference. Excellent post.
Christy, thank you so much for these post. It is so refreshing to see religious post, something to enjoy and no one complaining about it being offensive. Please stay true and keep them coming.