Walking With LionsSample

We live in “a microwave culture.” We expect every problem to be solved instantly . . . or at least quickly. But often, hurts nag at us and failure haunts us for a long, long time. We don’t need a passing smile or a quick word. We need more. We need someone to come alongside, to feel what we feel (at least to some degree) and walk with us through the valley of confusion, doubt, and pain. That’s what Jesus did for us. He didn’t stand far off in heaven and just watch. He came to us, lived with us, and shared His heart with us. That’s the nature of true comfort . . . and only those who have received it can be instruments of peace, love, and renewed hope.

Arnold Glasgow notes, “A true friend never gets in your way unless you happen to be going down.”

Lions aren’t just fierce; they’re compassionate and kind, too.

• Lord, You’ve entered my world, You’ve felt what I feel, and You’ve suffered far more than I’ll ever suffer. You’re not bored with me, and You’re not impatient with me. Your smile, Your touch, Your words of kindness are the comfort I need. Use me, Lord, to give those gifts to those around me.