Genesis 11:22-23 When Serug had lived 30 years, he became the father of Nahor. And after he became the father of Nahor, Serug lived 200 years and had other sons and daughters.
I have always been partial to the Ram Dass quote “We are all just walking each other home.” That idea that our goal on earth is to help each other through–with companionship and kindness, by just being present for each other–I absolutely get the wisdom there.
Genesis 11:24-25 When Nahor had lived 29 years, he became the father of Terah. And after he became the father of Terah, Nahor lived 119 years and had other sons and daughters.
I also think that the vast majority of folks are doing the best they can at any given moment. It’s something I tell myself when I am dealing with frustration over the ways others react or show up, but it’s also something I tell myself when, like now, I am just exhausted and feel I have so little left to give–I’m not at 100%, but I’m doing the best I can in the moment.
Genesis 11:26 After Terah had lived 70 years, he became the father of Abram, Nahor and Haran.
Precious Savior, It’s easy to make snap judgements about others. Help me, instead of judging, to support and encourage, to remember that we are all doing the best we can. Help me to remember that “We are all just walking each other home.” Help me to do my best to help others along the path today. Amen.
Genesis 11:27 This is the account of Terah’s family line. Terah became the father of Abram, Nahor and Haran. And Haran became the father of Lot.
Have a blessed day.