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"So Ebed-melech took the men with him and went to the house of the king, to a wardrobe of the storehouse, and took from there old rags and worn-out clothes, which he let down to Jeremiah in the cistern by ropes. Then Ebed-melech the Ethiopian said to Jeremiah, ‘Just put the rags and clothes between your armpits and the ropes.’ Jeremiah did so. Then they drew Jeremiah up by the ropes and pulled him out of the cistern." - Jeremiah 38:11-13

" . . . and whoever gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones in the name of a disciple—truly I tell you, none of these will lose their reward." - Matthew 10:42

In the middle of a daring rescue attempt, the people who rush to get the prophet Jeremiah out of a cistern stop to get some rags to prevent rope-burn on his armpits. In the middle of teaching his disciples about the drama and dangers of discipleship, he reminds them that just getting a cup of water for a child is a kindness worthy of heaven.

Several years ago, Hallmark coined the phrase, "It's the little things that mean so much." And we know it's true. In the midst of busy days and "important" work, these thoughtful, gentle gifts send a message to people: I care; God cares.

May God open your eyes this day to an opportunity to do a little kindness for someone - a kindness that brings a little piece of heaven to earth.

Blessings,
Janet+