New Beginnings

Crying With Those Who Cry

"Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep."
Romans 12:15

Reflection

Sometimes the best way to help is not advice — it is just sitting beside someone. Being there says more than any words.

Prayer

Jesus, teach me to simply be present for people. Amen!

Talk about it as a family

  1. What do you do when a friend is sad?
  2. Why can sitting beside someone help more than advice?
  3. Who do you like to be with when you're happy?

5-minute activity

Practice being there: one person tells about a sad moment while the other just listens, without fixing it. Then switch. Talk about how it felt to be heard. Read Romans 12:15.

The story in the Bible

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