--JESUS REACHES OUT TO YOU~~

--"For I hold you by your right hand--I, the LORD your God. And I say to
you, "Don't be afraid. I am here to help you."
---(Isaiah 41:13)--

--I GLANCED AT THE DOOR of the bank, eager to step inside so I could make a bank transaction before the end of the day. Then I saw a gray-haired man, wobbling and straining to reach for something firm to hold on to as he made his way unsteadily toward the bank.

I rushed to the old man and extended my right hand. He beamed, pleasantly surprised by the gesture. Then he muttered, "This arthritis...it's hard for me to move because of it."

As I held his wrinkled hand to support him, I felt his thick, hard palm and gnarled fingers. He explained how difficult it was for him to move around and even apologized for being elderly. He repeatedly thanked me, grateful for the sudden but much-needed help.

I tried to imagine how that man must have felt while staggering his way into the bank. Was he afraid of tripping and hurting his fragile self? Did he pity himself for being weak and alone, without a family member to support him? I would have wanted someone to help me if I was in his shoes. We all need a helping hand. I'm grateful that Jesus helps us most of all.

Jesus reached out His hand to Peter as he began to sink after his brief walk on the water. Even though Peter doubted when he saw the strong waves, Jesus immediately rescued him. When fear, doubt, and worry cause us to quiver and tremble, the strong hands of Jesus will protect and comfort us, just as they did Peter.
Let us be aware of others around us that may need a helping hand and reach out in Jesus Name. ~~

--"Mornings With Jesus" / MLM
--"Jesus Lover Of My Soul" (video/ Chris Eaton) <https://youtu.be/nYadCyVsXFo>
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