"Are You Okay?"

This morning while I was on gym duty, I watched the following scenario unfold.....Two students were playing basketball and they were scrambling across the court when one of the students fell. Immediately the other student stopped, bent down, and said "Are you okay?"

I grinned as I watched this happen because this is what we are teaching our students. We are teaching them to stop and pay attention. We are teaching them to care about each other. We are teaching them to ask tough questions. And it was in that moment that this blog post came to my mind....

Are You Okay? 

It seems like such a simple question, but it can actually be a pretty tough one especially when you are not sure what the response is going to be.

We are all very busy in our lives, worrying about our own stuff, tending to our own needs, and as a result, we often overlook those around us who need a caring ear, a loving embrace, or a helping hand. Facial expressions, body language, short/curt answers are all signs that someone may not be okay and may need your love and support right in that moment. Do you take the time to stop and ask the question: Are you okay? Is there anything I can do for you?

I have a feeling that many of you do....that's why Bethlehem is the family it is....but I would encourage you to continue to be intentional in this area because I can see that our kids are getting it!!!

I John 4:19 "We love because He first loved us!"

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for loving us and for sending Jesus to be the perfect leader and model of love here on Earth. I pray that you continue to fill our hearts with love, so that we can continue to be your hands and feet not only in our church and school, but also out in our community and across the world. Help us to ask the important question, "Are you okay?" to our brothers and sisters and give us the strength to walk through life together side by side offering whatever support is needed. Amen!