Embracing Compassion and Understanding in Times of Pain

If you can't understand someone's pain, the least you can do is not to make fun of it. The Bible teaches us to show empathy and compassion. Romans 12:15 says, "Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn." This verse reminds us to share in the emotions of others, offering support rather than judgment.

If you happen to experience a torment similar to others, and you got over it just like that, please don't judge those who can't move on as easily as you have. Galatians 6:2 instructs us to, "Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." We are called to support and uplift one another in times of struggle.

As they say, if you can't comprehend the exact agony of someone—how it feels and how heavy it is—just be glad you can't, for it means you still haven't experienced it yet. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Trusting in God's wisdom over our own helps us show grace to those in pain.

The very thing you can do for those who have been in pain for too long is to understand that they are doing their best to overcome it. Never tell them that they are not doing anything to heal from the torment, because they do—you can't just see their efforts or their cries as to why they can't still take it out from their chest. Ephesians 4:32 encourages us to, "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."

They need to heal slowly, at their own pace—because if not, they will sink, they will shrink, they will be drowned by the grief. Psalm 34:18 reassures us, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." We must remember that God is with them in their healing journey, and so should we be, offering love and support.

DABY Y.

04/06/2024

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