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A few months ago, when I was an emotional wreck in dealing with a lost friendship with someone who meant a lot to me, I had a few friends who were by my side a lot. Of course, they know who they are, and even though they're a year younger than me, the love the exhibited showed me what Christlike love is all about. Despite the fact I was an emotional wreck, and not being the "Witty" they knew, they loved me, cared for me and were with me every step of the way. As I look back now, I realize that I was a pain to deal with, and at times, I wonder if they ever thought, "How am I going to deal with this girl?"
"Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." [Galatians 6:2]
They realized I wouldn't be able to go through this alone, and they were with me every step of the way, carrying my burdens, even though they were so extremely heavy. They loved me when none of my own age group friends did, and when they realized I wouldn't take the first step, they took it for me. What I finally see is that they took my burden, without complaining, and ran with it, soared with it, and they never, ever took the time to complain. They talked to me, stayed with me, prayed with me, and showed me so much love. So much love, and I am so grateful.
Now, months later, I finally realize the extent of care they had for me, and I have no words to express the gratitude I owe to them. At the same time, I am so eternally thankful for God blessing these individuals into my life. They were, literally, the light shining in the dark room, for me. Much love. <3
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Compassion is the capacity to put Christlike love into action.
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