1 Corinthians 13:4-5

"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." 1 Corinthians 13:4~5

Friday, January 7, 2011

What does Jesus want us to do for the Sawi?


What Would Jesus Do?
This is a VERY well known saying throughout the world that has been made into bumper stickers, bracelets, necklaces and T-shirts. Needless to say, this phrase is seen all over the world and if you say W.W.J.D. most people will know what you're talking about. The funny part of this is, that if so many people know this saying even if they are or aren't in a relationship with Jesus, why is it that when
we truly need to ask ourselves this question when faced with a situation, we never do?
Interesting right?
Well, I believe that because this saying has become such a commercialized logo that is basically has no meaning anymore. It's become almost a stereotypical saying that you can relate with any Christ follower, AND already know the stereotypical answer. What Would Jesus Do for the Sawi? Well He would pray for them, and love them, become a servant to them, and do all He could to help them and teach them about the bible, befriend them, and let them know that they're not alone. Now this is a very good and probably spot on answer about What Jesus would do, but when asked what does Jesus want US to do for the Sawi, all most people are going to pull out of that answer would maybe pray for them because it's the simplest and most easy thing to do in our luxury filled lives.

But if you really think about it, what do you think Jesus really wants US to do for the Sawi people??
I think he wants us to do exactly what Don Richardson and his family did for them. Sacrifice the luxury and comfort of your friends, family, home, and life, to go and befriend them like Jesus would be living alongside them and personally teaching them the ways of Christ and what He did for them and how they are so special that someone gave up their life for them
that they don't even know. And that person is the creator of the universe. Living with the Sawi, SHOWING them that we love them instead of just praying for them back at your house, and basically throwing the life that you lived out the window, so as to hopefully help save theirs.
That's what Jesus wants us to do for the Sawi people, step out of our comfort zone like He already did for us, and let them know that they have a choice to live a much better life with their Father in Heaven.

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