Won't You Be My Neighbor?

In this powerful message, we're challenged to rethink what it means to be a good neighbor. The parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10 serves as our guide, reminding us that loving our neighbor isn't about who fits our criteria, but about how we can show love to everyone around us. We're encouraged to look beyond religious, racial, and social boundaries, just as Jesus did in His teaching. The message emphasizes that true neighborly love often comes at a cost - it requires our time, energy, and sometimes even our comfort. But isn't this what Christ did for us? We're reminded that it's not what we preach, but how we practice our faith that truly matters. This calls us to live out God's love in tangible ways, modeling kingdom culture in our everyday interactions. As we reflect on this, let's ask ourselves: Are we willing to get our hands dirty to help those in need? Can we see others through God's lens of grace and compassion, rather than our own biases?