Vessels of ComfortLifeline for TodayWednesday, February 28, 2024

At Joppa there was a certain disciple named Tabitha, which is translated Dorcas. This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did. But it happened in those days that she became sick and died. When they had washed her, they laid her in an upper room. And since Lydda was near Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent two men to him, imploring him not to delay in coming to them. Then Peter arose and went with them. When he had come, they brought him to the upper room. And all the widows stood by him weeping, showing the tunics and garments which Dorcas had made while she was with them. But Peter put them all out, and knelt down and prayed. And turning to the body he said, “Tabitha, arise.” And she opened her eyes, and when she saw Peter she sat up. Then he gave her his hand and lifted her up; and when he had called the saints and widows, he presented her alive. And it became known throughout all Joppa, and many believed on the Lord. So it was that he stayed many days in Joppa with Simon, a tanner. (Acts 9:36-43)

Today, we focus on the power of connection. Tabitha was in a situation because she could not advocate for herself. She had to rely on those who were close—her community.  Her community determined if she would live or die.  That is a lot to swallow.  

Are you surrounding yourself with people of faith so that when you cannot pray for yourself, others can pray for you? Do you trust their view of God for your life and the world around you? Do you KNOW they would do what God wants if you were in a situation and could not speak for yourself?

PRAYER: Lord, let me see my community through your eyes. Am I connected with folks who really see faith as paramount? Is Jesus first in their lives? Would they be able to articulate and advocate for me if I were unable to do this for myself? Connect me to people who love you and have my best interest at heart. In the name of Jesus, Amen. 

Inspired and written by Minister Sharon Honor during the ministry’s 21 Days of Prayer