From the Pastor’s Desk:
Pastor H. Al Sims, Jr. Senior Pastor of Bethesda Church of God, Sumter, SC
Isn’t It Good To Be In His Care?
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eing cared for is something we learn for from birth to death. Think about it, it is part of our nature to care for people and things and to be cared for ourselves. A baby comes into the world needing care, not knowing what it needs or even how to communicate the need. Somehow, parents and children develop a way of communicating various needs and thus a strong bond develops. It is amazing that a baby cannot talk yet in a short period of time, the child is able to let the caregiver know that he or she is hungry, thirsty, sleepy, in a good mood or needs a diaper changed. That list can get even more detailed according to how attentive and caring the caregiver is. As the child grows and matures, the care does not stop or at least should not stop. A real caregiver wants to make sure the child learns the basics of life and achieves a certain level of ability to care for themselves. Things like common sense, education, proper nutrition, money management, work skills, household chores and tasks and the list can go on and on.
A great caregiver also pours into the child core values such as respect for others, right from wrong, honesty and integrity just to name a few. The Bible shows the greatest examples of caregivers in the persons of God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. In the book of Matthew 10:29-31, the Scriptures paint a beautiful picture of our caregiving God. It declares, “Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing [penny]? And one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father. But the very hairs of your head are numbered. Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.” Listen how the scriptures describe Jesus as a caregiver. In 1 Peter 5:7, it says, “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” Matthew chapter 11 verses 28-29 puts it this way, Jesus said, “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.”
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The Holy Spirit is also such a great caregiver! In John 14:26, the Holy Spirit is a helper who teaches and reminds us all we have learned. In 1 Corinthians 2:10-11, the Holy Spirit is a source of revelation, wisdom and power. In John 16:13, the Holy Spirit guides to all truth, including knowledge of what is to come and in 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, the Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts to believers. So, as you can see, the Holy Triune God is our awesome caregiver! Now, what does that mean to you and me? It means that we have all we need to be comforted, protected and successful until Christ Jesus returns to gather His spotless bride (the Church/ Believers) to be forever with Him. In summary, “But my God shall supply all of your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19). Isn’t
It Good to Be in His Care!
