Matthew 25:37-39 (ESV)
37 Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord,
when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? 38 And
when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? 39 And
when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’
The other day I read a story about a young lady named
Sally and her experience in a recent seminary class, given by her teacher, Dr.
Smith. Dr. Smith was known for his elaborate object lessons. This particular
day, Sally walked into the class and knew they were in for a fun day.
On the wall was a big target and on a nearby table were
many darts. Dr. Smith told the students to draw a picture of someone that they
disliked or someone who had made them angry, and he would allow them to throw
darts at the person's picture.
Sally's friend drew a picture of girl who had stolen her
boyfriend. Another guy drew a picture of his little brother. Sally drew a
picture of a former friend. The class lined up and began throwing darts. Some
of the students were throwing their darts with such force that their targets
were ripping apart and everyone was laughing hysterically.
Finally, Dr. Smith asked all the students to be seated.
He came to the front of the class with a less-than-amused look on his face. As
he began removing the target from the wall, there appeared underneath, a
picture of Jesus. A hush fell over the room as each student viewed the mangled
picture; holes and jagged marks covered Jesus' face, and His eyes were pierced.
Dr. Smith said only these words. "In as much as you
have done it unto the least of these my brothers, you have done it unto
Me." Matthew 25:40.
What a powerful story. . When we "throw darts"
at our brothers and sisters, friends and even strangers, we are actually piercing
our Lord too. Let's get right with the Lord and others today. It's a good
season for reconciliation.
Dear Lord, help us to not through darts at those around
us. Help us instead see Jesus in each one of them so that we can help build them
up. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.
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