+DEV+ Meeting Needs

Date: May 12, 2009 9:53 PM

Topic: +DEV+     Meeting Needs

Meeting Needs

Scripture Focus: John 5:1-16

“Do not withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act” (Proverbs 3:27-28).

A few years ago my friend Andy was in a major car accident. A driver ran a red light and smashed into the company car as he drove through the intersection. During the impact, he hit his head hard on the door window and sat in shock for a few minutes.

Bob, another friend who was riding with him, was not injured and took charge of the situation. Since he was unable to decide whether or not to get into the ambulance, Bob insisted Andy go. He reported what happened to the police officer, and called the auto club to tow the car. Then I met them at the hospital.

Andy had a lot of needs I was unable to take care of. I was thankful my friend attended to those needs.

Jesus related to people in much the same way. When He saw a need, He helped. Today’s passage records that Jesus noticed one particular sick man lying by the pool and asked him if he wanted to be well. Jesus went to the heart of his need and met it.

We can do the same today as we relate to people. What needs do your friends, relatives, and acquaintances have that you can help meet?

Insight: Choose one need you are aware of, and decide how you will meet it. Then follow through as soon as possible.