For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many."
Mark 10:45
So the Lord must wait for you to come to him so he can show you his love and compassion. For the Lord is a faithful God. Blessed are those who wait for his help.
Isaiah 30:18
"So he returned home to his father. And while he was still a long way off, his father saw him coming. Filled with love and compassion, he ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him.
Luke 15:20
Father, Mother, your dogged grace overwhelms us. You see us when we're far off. You run to us. You put your arms around us. You"kiss" us. How does waiting fit into all this? What does waiting teach us about your grace? Amen.
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