“A bruised reed He will not break
And a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish” (Isaiah 42: 3).

Isn’t it great that Jesus takes our heart into account.  For those who hurt, He didn’t come to make them hurt more.  For those who are blind, He didn’t also make them deaf.  He healed them.  He is the Savior who saves our soul but He doesn’t leave us there.  He also took care of the people who were around them.  He served them.

Are there times in your life when you know that you may have broke the bruised reed?  In other words, have you ever kicked somebody while they were down?  I know I have.  For some dumb reason it gives us satisfaction.  At least for a moment.  If we are in tune with God then He will let us know when we have hurt one of His creation.  Recently I said some things I didn’t like.  They weren’t that bad but they may have been.  I think and wonder if I hurt that person’s feelings.  That is not my mission in Christ.  We are supposed to encourage and be uplifting.  Even here on a blog.  This doesn’t mean we can’t converse and disagree but it does mean that we are not to be negative in our approach.

Take a few moments and ask God if there are any reeds that need mended or any wicks that need their flame back.  Let’s practice lifting each other up.  Hebrews 10:24 comes to mind,  “let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.”  Grace and peace to you.

Because of Jesus,

David Knapp

(photo by paulo sacramento)