Connecting

In Matt. 18:20 Jesus says, “Wherever two or more are gathered in my name, I am there in the midst of them.”
God’s presence is difficult to understand. We are told God can be everywhere at once. God can be present in us, and in the midst of us. Sometimes, God does not seem to be anywhere near us.
Yesterday I experienced God in the midst of three people, myself and two other women, as we talked about the challenges of eating issues and body image in our culture. I sensed a connection that allowed me to walk away feeling uplifted and encouraged. I wished for every person to experience that type of connection with someone in their lives.
Do you have connections with people that leave you feeling better after your interactions with them? Do you feel understood, encouraged, and loved? Are you the type of person who is creating an accepting and kind presence for the people who connect with you?
Seek to create a connection today that lifts a burden for someone in your life. You’ll likely find that it lifts one for you, too.