Pastor Ralph Posted August 13 Report Share Posted August 13 Q20. (Mark 9:41; Matthew 25:31-46) What do Jesus’ saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus’ Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Gracie L. Adderly Posted October 12 Report Share Posted October 12 Q20. (Mark 9:41; Matthew 25:31-46) What do Jesus’ saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus’ Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? Both sayings, i.e., the cup of cold water and the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats affirms the value in showing compassion and actively helping those in need, (particularly a society's deprecated, disparaged people), as a way to demonstrate true faith by works; essentially, even the smallest act of kindness towards someone considered "least of these" is significant. Both teachings suggest that one's actions towards others, specifically those less fortunate, will be recognized by God. These are some services that our church provides for those in need are: food pantry, supporting homeless shelters, clothing donation, collect money to support local charities or specific causes, blood donation, mentorship programs, tutoring, commit outreach programs, emergency assistance, providing hygiene products, offering basic healthcare support, educational opportunities, and helping with housing needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bianca Posted October 12 Report Share Posted October 12 Both are about serving others. Jesus wants us to have a servant heart just like he does. What you do for another you really are doing it for Jesus. It's as though your doing it for Him personally. That's just how much he loves and cares about Everyone. Any type of serving God may lead us to do. It could be cooking and serving meals to others. Taking someone shopping and Buying someone clothes and shoes. Paying for someones holiday meal items at the grocery store. Taking them out to eat. Inviting them over for dinner. So many different wonderful things we can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewells Posted October 13 Report Share Posted October 13 Q20. (Mark 9:41; Matthew 25:31-46) What do Jesus' saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus' Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? Jesus said even giving a cup of cold water will be rewarded. So just noticing the needs of others around us and responding in even the simple needs is what he asked us to do. Being his hands and his feet in the earth, being attentive to the sufferings and opportunities to serve. The parable of the sheep and goats are the ones who obeyed his commands are separated from the ones who ignored his commands. He said if we love one another we love him. When we visit the sick, or those in prison, or support a charity or spread the gospel all these are like doing it to him. We represent him in the earth and he said even the littlest thing will be rewarded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa Wolf Posted October 13 Report Share Posted October 13 Q20. (Mark 9:41; Matthew 25:31-46) What do Jesus’ saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus’ Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? Both the 'cup of cold water' saying and the 'Sheep and Goats' Parable mention small things. Jesus tells the goats they did not notice Him in need. He tells us that giving something as simple as a cup of cold water in His Name is noticed. God sees all. The services Jesus mentions in Matthew 25 include: feeding the hungry, giving water to the thirsty, inviting-in strangers, clothing the naked, looking after the sick, and visiting those in prison. If we are involved in these services for needy people, Jesus might be pleased. Caring for spiritual needs is so important, too. I am not sure people in physical need can truly hear the Gospel; they need to see it lived first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Clifford wilson Posted October 15 Report Share Posted October 15 Q20 As followers of Christ we are placed in the unique position in life. We are called to be a bridge, a lighted bridge to lead others to the master. regardless of a person worth or background we seek to be an example of how to give, how to feed and how to share natural food and the food of the Holy Spirit. We are telling the world by example, by feeding and clothing, by loving all, even enemy. We do not have to look far to find sheep for the harvest. Messaging threw actions and training in classes like this one turns the calling into our reality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clelie Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 Jesus exemplified what He taught. He came to save the sinners by giving up Himself a sacrificed lamb . He taught us His humility in serving others even those who don’t deserve it as we all are. We are taught to be humble and be servant to the smallest and lowest in human eyes as depicted in the giving of a cup of water and the parable of sheep and goat .. Needy people as the word described it are those who are helpless and cannot much provide for themselves either physically, financially or any other ways. If many non believers practise these acts of love and humility, how much more should disciples of Christ show the love of God in not only providing for them physically but also pointing them to Christ their provider , healer, and Saviour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Eve Posted October 16 Report Share Posted October 16 Q.20 Mark 9:41, Matthew 25:31-46 What do Jesus' saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus parable of the sheep and goats have in common? A promise from Jesus, says whoever gives a cup of water to anyone or even a little child in the name of Jesus will not lose his reward. This encourages Christians to help people in need and reward those who do. In the arid climate of Judea, where water is scarce giving someone a drink was a life-giving act of mercy. Matthew 25:35(This is one of my favorite Bible verses). What kind of service might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? For I was hungry and you gave me food,I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me. Everything that we do we should do for the Lord. Isaiah 58:7, says not to turn away from your own flesh and blood. Humble service to those in the greatest need isn't forgotten by our Lord. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
epiphone8 Posted October 17 Report Share Posted October 17 I think the parallel between the parable of the cup of water and the sheep is if we are following Christ we will see the needs of others and seek to meet them, even if in a small way. Throughout the gospels Jesus is constantly showing compassion to those on the outer fringes and lifting others up. We should do the same. My church asked everyone during a service to put together a small food bag that can be given to the needy. I’ve since made a habit of keeping a bag with some water and snacks in my car in case I see someone who needs it. I always share a kind word and let the person know that Jesus loves them when offering it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanks Posted October 17 Report Share Posted October 17 Q20. (MARK 9:41; MATTHEW 25:31-46) What do Jesus' saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus' Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? Jesus is saying that even the smallest kindness done in His name will be rewarded in heaven. Since we as His disciples are bound together in Christ, all our acts of humble service are done to Jesus Christ Himself bringing Him all honour and glory. A cup of water may not be seen as much, but to the truly thirsty it is a great refreshment, and Jesus experiences this kind act as done to Himself. In the parable of the Sheep and Goats we have the same message. The Lord makes it clear that He and His disciples are one, and that everything done for even the least of His own have been done for Him. Anything we do to help our neighbours that are in need will please our Lord Jesus. Our love for God can be measured by how we treat others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zanele Tlhakanelo Posted October 17 Report Share Posted October 17 Giving a cup of cold water and the Parable of the Sheep and Goats are common in that Jesus teaches us to care for people without actually looking at who they are but know that those who have the need must be taken good care of. We must not only assist people that we know because we know that Christ came on earth for all mankind and therefore we should not discriminate against anyone as God loves all of us irrespective of who we are. We must take care of every need that they have, those are, spiritual, physical and all the needs that the people have. We cannot go to hungry people and preach about the love of Christ for them and thereafter, leave them in the same state as we found them. Hence Christ in Matthew 25: 35-40, He says "I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me water to drink, I needed clothing and you clothed me. The righteous asked, when did we do all that? Jesus answered, whatever you did for the least of these brothers and sisters, you did for me." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenda Joy Posted October 17 Report Share Posted October 17 Offering a cup of water meant you accepted someone, and welcomed someone... When we offer water we show that we care and want them to be apart of our lives....Tending to the sheep means we are tending to the broken, need, contrite and marginalized. I would like to see our church do a winter clothing/coat drive for the homeless this Thanksgiving. I also want to encourage our folks to bless veterans this Holiday season along with needy families. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicolaas A.P. Mostert Posted October 18 Report Share Posted October 18 Q20. (Mark 9:41; Matthew 25:31-46) What do Jesus' saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus' Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? The commonality is to act a humble service to those in the greatest need. What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? GOD wants us to get our own hands dirty in serving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George L Posted October 19 Report Share Posted October 19 Q20. (Mark 9:41; Matthew 25:31-46) What do Jesus' saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus' Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? I am reminded that in 1 Samuel David was found following the ewes with suckling lambpbs, those most in need of watching and care. What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? Any giving of service to lessen their burden in life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janzie Posted October 24 Report Share Posted October 24 On 8/12/2024 at 8:50 PM, Pastor Ralph said: Q20. (Mark 9:41; Matthew 25:31-46) What do Jesus’ saying about giving a cup of cold water and Jesus’ Parable of the Sheep and the Goats have in common? What kinds of services might please Jesus that can we perform for needy people? They have in common a spirit of giving and compassion for those in need. Seeing those in need and blessing them with food and clothing, and giving to missions. We have 11th hour ministries that during the summer distribute pizza in the park, minister the word and pray for the homeless. Distribute turkey and Thanksgiving baskets to those in need at Thanksgiving time. Also distribute purses with personal needs for needy women in the area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krissi Posted November 8 Report Share Posted November 8 These questions assume that our response to someone's need must be to do something to alleviate pain, need or deficit. I don't understand, then, the role or function of intercessory prayer if we are to serve others sacrificially. Does intercessory prayer begin when our own abilities to serve are insufficient -- must we do all we can do before asking God to step in? If this is the case, we don't intercede FIRST, but only after we're exhausted, tapped out or unable to go on. I grew up in a secular family with a strong ethic of charitable giving. What follows is an anecdote ... My father was incapacitated before he died a few months ago, so I hired, for the last seven months of his life, hospice nurses. He was furious. He informed me that it was my "obligation" to meet his needs without outside help. He reminded me of our secular "doctrine" of concentric circles of responsibility -- I must meet the needs of family, then extended family, our "kind," neighborhood and finally nation. That was the order of giving. Furthermore, I was to give to him "until done," he said. That meant death. Mine. My hands were very dirty. During this time, I prayed for the strength to carry on. I prayed, too, to be delivered. It got to the point where I prayed to die first. This was a searing experience, to say the least -- to give not just to a needy elderly man, but one who was demanding, ungrateful and more than willing to let me die serving him. It made me question the ethic of the self-sacrificing service that Jesus requires in these parables. Are there limits to service? When do we meet other's needs ? Must we be willing to die in service? Many missionaries have died young, after all. They served until they dropped. They took risks with their health, exposing themselves to diseases from which they had no natural immunity. But there's another, more important question here that goes beyond self-preservation v self-denial. It has to do with the role of intercessory prayer. When do we pray that God meets the needs of others? When do we get our hands dirty and do it ourselves? What is the role of intercessory prayer when the needs are great and overwhelming? What is the role of intercessory prayer when we can meet those needs, though at great self-sacrifice? Are we required to "do" until death, or does God do for us? Do we pray for His help, or for miracles and deliverance, or are we obligated to labor until we can't go on any longer? I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kak Posted December 4 Report Share Posted December 4 Q.20. The sheep in the parable are people who go out of their way to help those in need. Jesus tell us that even a simple act like giving someone a cup of water in the name of Jesus will not go without being rewarded. The cup of water is a picture of someone doing a simple act for the love for Jesus and even a simple act will have its reward. We can work in a food bank, visit the lonely, donate food, clothes etc to charity. We can also help in soup runs at night, or help serve meals in homeless shelters. Volunteer to help sort clothes for the homeless. Very often it depends on where you live and what services are in place and the need for volunteers. Even in our own circle of communication there are lonely people, young mums struggling to manage, older people who need support in various ways. It is about each of us being alert and finding ways in which we can serve people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Jerry Posted Wednesday at 10:48 AM Report Share Posted Wednesday at 10:48 AM The saying about giving a cup of cold water and the Parable of the Sheep and Goats have in common is serving others and to be humble about it. There are all kinds of services that we can perform that would please Jesus. Most of all volunteering for different public projects is a great way of pleasing Jesus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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