See No EvilSample

When I was a freshman in college, I attended on-campus services that were put on by a Christian organization.

I have no idea why I showed up. At that time, I was as far away from God as a person can be. I’m pretty sure there was a girl I had a crush on who went, and she was the reason I was there.

Over time, however, God began to open my eyes to my own sin and how far away from Him I really was. I opened up to a couple of upperclassmen who were leaders in this organization, but all I got were stock answers that didn’t really help me.

Then one day a girl named Cindy came up to me and said, “I don’t know you or what’s going on in your life. But ever since the first time I saw you, God put it on my heart to pray for you. And I want you to know that if you ever need someone to talk to, I’m here.”

Wow. That was different! This single conversation turned out to be the thing God used to draw me to Him. It all started with a girl who was willing to think about someone besides herself.

In the same way, the apostle Paul was one of the most selfless human beings you’ll ever hear about. He said this:

Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2 NIV).

In other words, don’t just think about yourself. Open your eyes to see what people around you are going through, and look for ways to help, encourage, and support.

Today, ask God to put someone on your heart to pray for the same way that Cindy prayed for me. Then really pray for them!

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