Reach Out And Touch Someone

Communication is easier now than it has ever been. But have you thought about what we may be losing when we depend more on electronic contact and less on face-to-face communication? Our deepest, most meaningful relationships develop in one-on-one time and extended conversation. We can read facial expressions, pick up on emotional responses, and communicate our own feelings very clearly. The result is more interaction, more depth, and more substance.

I believe that if Jesus had all the communication tools of today at His disposal, He would still choose to spend His time face-to-face with His disciples. He would still heal people by touching them physically and be close enough to them that when He spoke to them they could hear the compassion in His voice. God designed relationships to be developed and strengthened through personal, face-to-face interaction.

The communication tools available to us today are wonderful. But when we start to depend on technology as a substitute for one-on-one time with each other, we are missing an important key to relationships. We need to make sure we’re not so connected with everything out there that we miss the chance to connect with the people directly in front of us.

His Promises

Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep.

This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you.

God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in his steps.