THE PARABLE OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN

By Irving Serrano

The parable of the Good Samaritan is a parable told by Jesus, and is mentioned in the Gospel of Luke ( 10:25-37). A Jewish traveller is beat on, robbed and left for dead along the road. First, He`s found by a priest, then a Levite. Both pass the man by, avoiding any form of contact. Finally, a Samaritan comes by. Samaritans and Jews generally despised each other, but the Samaritan, aided the injured Jew, and carried Him back to town to safety. Jesus is described as telling this parable in response to a question regarding the identity of the "neighbor" which should be loved. (Leviticus 19:18, one of the Great Commandments). In our everyday lives, once we leave the comfort of our homes, and begin our travels to work, or other to do`s. Most everyone can see someone in some sort of need. But there are some who leave their comfort zones with a different mind-set. A state of mind that just doesn`t let them see other people around them in need, nor do they care. This care, or concern I speak of is not about race, although in this year of 2011, we can still see prejudices blatantly. For the many who serve Jesus Christ, there is a natural concern for our fellow man, or woman. When a true Christian sees a person in need, it`s just a person in need. Our interest is never swayed by race, political views, economic values, or even religion. Clearly I don`t suggest that you go out on a mission to save the world. In the upcoming days, perhaps we should test our selves. I am convinced that anyone who starts out their day by first thanking the Lord, for a new day. Giving God the praise and thanks for the blessings they have, no matter how little or how much. Will also have the proper mind-set to do the right thing when you see someone in need. If your heart is in the right place, your mind will allow you to acknowledge the Holy spirit, which will guide you, and protect you. For unbeknown to you, if you may have helped an angel. My prayer is that you continue to allow God's love in your hearts. Yield to His Holy Spirit for direction in all things. Little do you know if a relative, friend or neighbor, may be in desperate need for you to share; the greatest story ever told, God's love for us. And they can have the same joy, by accepting Jesus Christ, as their saviour. May God bless you.

Love always,
 Irving Serrano