Go and Do the Same

This powerful message takes us deep into the heart of what it truly means to love our neighbor. Through the timeless parable of the Good Samaritan found in Luke 10, we're confronted with three distinct responses to human suffering: avoidance, consideration without action, and compassionate intervention. The priest crosses to the other side of the road, the Levite stops to look but walks away, and the Samaritan—the despised outsider—becomes the hero by actually doing something. What makes this teaching so convicting is how it exposes our own tendencies. We can be religious, attend church faithfully, and still fail to love people in their pain. The challenge isn't just about joining a small group for what we can get out of it, but asking what we can give to others who are hurting, lonely, or lost. This is about opening our eyes to see the wounded people all around us—in our families, workplaces, and communities—and responding with more than sympathy. It's about investing our time, resources, and hearts into the lives of others, even when it's inconvenient. The golden rule isn't just a nice sentiment; it's a call to action that transforms how we live every single day.