Do you do unto others what you want them to do to you?
Just two miles away from the dense Tango forest, there was a cozy little village where a young couple lived. They were happy farmers who loved their work. Every morning, they cheerfully headed to their farms, where they tended to their plants.
Some days, they would clear out the overgrown herbs, and on other days, they would plant new seeds. Most of the time, they would gently water the plants and trim their leaves. In this village, the weather was unpredictable – some years were dry, while others were fruitful.
Unlike most people who only worked during the fertile seasons, this couple worked hard all year round, being careful during the tough times. Their secret was simple: they prayed to God every day for their crops. They also stored some of their harvest in a small barn behind their house, always prepared for the changing seasons.
One year, in March, the rain didn’t fall as expected, causing worries about a poor harvest. By June, the dryness continued, and crops weren’t growing well. Hunger spread, and people fell ill and sad.
However, the young couple remained strong. They found guidance in their daily Bible reading, where they read Philippians 2:4: “Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” Inspired by this, they decided to share some of the food they had stored with their neighbors.
Their kind action brought relief to the village. Others joined them, and the community worked together to support each other. The couple’s compassion and faith not only helped them survive, but also helped their entire village stay strong in the face of adversity.
Our feelings will differ daily, but we share because we care for and love others. God will always provide.
Lesson: Let us help others when we can. They might help us too someday.
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So in everything, do unto others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.
