"And of some have compassion, making a difference."
I really appreciate this promise and have used it many times to comfort myself. Deep within all humans is a desire to live a life that matters. Whether young or old, all will examine their own life and ask, "Did/Does my life matter?" The answer to that can sometimes be scary for many. Here in this verse God has promised how we can live in a manner where the answer will be a resounding YES!
This promise hinges on one profound condition; compassion. He is speaking about our actions to others, so there can be no scapegoating on how they react. This spiritual law is as constant as the laws of nature. Just as sure as an object at rest tends to stay at rest, so to will compassion yield a result. While you may not see the results, acting with compassion will always make a difference in people's lives.
Think for a moment about Mother Thereasa. I may not totally agree with her doctrine, but there is no mistaking her compassion for people. The result of that compassion has made a differerence in many lives, most of which were not the direct recipients of her compassion. God doesn't need a world stage, your community will work just fine. He doesn't need a gifted person, just a willing vessel. God doesn't need a multitude, just you. Despite what the devil will say, compassion always yields a result that makes a difference because God said it would. Are you willing to demonstrate compassion on others, so that God can honor His promise and make a difference in their lives?
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