Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil.  – Ecclesiastes 4:9

Billy Graham once said, “God has given us two hands, one to receive with and the other to give with.” Healthy relationships involve both parties giving and receiving. Always giving and never receiving results in a person feeling used. Someone who only receives and does not give ends up feeling useless. Poet Maya Angelou stated, “When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.” Giving is a two-way street. Remember to give and do not be too proud to receive.

After God created Adam, He said, “It is not good that the man should be alone” (Genesis 2:18). God designed people to support each other. It is one of the ways He meets the needs of the people He created and loved. Mother Teresa said, “Holiness grows so fast where there is kindness. The world is hurting for the lack of sweetness and kindness. Remember that we need each other.” People need to hear the gospel out of caring, concern, and love. Compassion opens the door for God’s message of salvation.

When Cornelius, a Gentile believer, prayed, God told him to send for Peter. Peter considered non-Jews unclean. Through a vision, the Lord instructed Peter to go to Cornelius to share the gospel (Acts 10). God often answers prayers through one of His people. When you reach out to others in kindness, you may be an answer to someone’s prayer. Likewise, when you pray, you might receive God’s answer through a person that you’d least expect. Pray for believers in the United States to unify in the saving message of Christ, showing how God’s love overcomes political division. Ask the Lord to move in the hearts of citizens and public servants in this nation to strengthen and support each other.