Walk a Mile in My Shoes…

As with each beginning of each devotion, I say a simple prayer, “God, what do you wish to say today, and who do you want to say it to?

This morning, as I sat quietly waiting for the whispered thought, I hear, “walk a mile in my shoes” ok, but I could go three different directions with this statement.

One, relating to another, two, carrying the load for another, and three, we have a Lord who has done just that! This may be my first trilogy. ☺️

Relating to someone; can be in joy or pain. I was able to share happiness with my neighbor yesterday afternoon as I saw her and her husband in their driveway circling and admiring a beautiful new Lexus. I also know this friend has been waiting many, many years for this car. I instantly ran out the door and across the street, arms wide open with squeals of delight; we hug and do what girls do best…the pee-pee dance amongst giggles of excitement, all the while turning in circles. A sight to behold I’m sure!

I was relating with my friend! I, too, waited many years for my dream car! I, too, know the excitement and feeling of unbelief as you look at that dream that has come true and is now setting in your driveway or garage.

Now, the flip side has happened; I have a friend from childhood who just lost her mom! I am blessed as both my parents are still alive so I cannot relate to this friend. These are the times you don’t say anything, you just let them know you are there if they need. You may sit with them in silence, letting quiet affection do the relating.

Hebrews 4:15 ESV “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.” Meaning, that whether temptation, joy, grief, anger, fear, dread, sorrow, happiness or in peace. We have a God who can and does relate to us!

John 15:15 ESV “No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you.” Jesus, is the best friend you will EVER have…he loves us so much and makes sure we have all we need to make the best and right decisions, that God won’t even let him know his return date because He would tell us. ❤️ That’s a friend!

Maybe you have friends you can talk to, cry with, laugh and rejoice with and I hope and pray each of you do! I just hope you will remember and or come to realize, people are only human and have limitations, trust and become friends with the one who doesn’t.

Be blessed today, and thank you for joining me. ❤️