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Right
now I am in the process of trying to find a missing computer disk. It doesn't
stand out a whole lot in its packaging, nor does it even call attention to itself
in any way (right now I wish it would).
My missing disk contains a few drivers
(programs that run hardware) that are essential for the computer to work
properly. This disk got
set aside someplace along the way and wasn't missed until now. It
is nearly critical that I find
it so the installation process can be completed.
Unfortunately, sometimes people get set
aside like that too. They don't necessarily stand out in the crowd
and they don't call attention
to themselves. The result is a loss of the care they may need or deserve.
Paul wrote to Timothy about just such a group
of people when he was challenging him and the Ephesian church to remember
the widows among them.
A certain decorum was to be followed which met the needs while protecting
the church body from being used. Part of Timothy's ministry as a pastor
was to make sure the
widows were taken care of properly. Paul said, "Honor
widows who are widows indeed," (v.3).
God always treats you with dignity and He never misplaces you.
He will never run over your will and force you to accept His blessings and love.
He had you in mind when Jesus suffered on the Cross. The price for your
salvation has already been paid because of that care. You only need accept His
gift.
All Scripture references are from the New American Standard
Version unless otherwise noted.
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