VERSE

“He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us. For the more we suffer for Christ, the more God will shower us with his comfort through Christ." 

2 CORINTHIANS 1:4-5 NLT

THOUGHT

“If you ask me if I need something, I’m going to tell you, 'no, I’m fine. No big deal,’ because I didn’t want to burden anyone. But I had a lot of people just show up regardless and bring groceries, or bring coffee, or just come over and ask to go for a walk. And it’s the people who just showed up that really understood. I just wouldn’t ask for help, so the people who would just do it helped immensely. It felt good. I didn’t have to ask, they were just there.” 

JORDAN ROSKELLY (after losing her brother, Jess, in an avalanche during an alpine climbing trip)

CHALLENGE

I'll Come Running 

Think of someone in your life who might be going through a tough time. Instead of saying, “Let me know if you need anything,” take the initiative and show up in a meaningful, tangible way. Bring them a meal, drop off coffee, offer to run an errand, or simply be present. Most people won’t ask for help, but that doesn’t mean they don’t need it. Sometimes the greatest gift we can give is showing up without being asked. Today, just show up.