I once heard it said that there is nothing friendlier than a wet dog. Why? Because a cold and wet pooch is just looking for a friendly face to comfort them and help get them warm and dry.
I would guess that no matter where you are today, you’ll run into people. And while many will not openly admit it... some of them will be looking for hope. A smiling face. A friendly disposition... or maybe something more. Some of them will be looking for the hope that only Christ can bring. They’ll be seeking the warmth of His embrace.... the affirmation of His presence... and the clarity of His wisdom. And the great part? We get to represent Him to those around us.
We must never forget that if we claim to have a heart for God...we must also have a heart for His people... even the “wet dogs.” Those that inconvenience us...challenge our patience...and make our lives a little messy. Remember, if God sends someone our way for help, it’s because He trusts us and our ability to represent Him in their lives. Rather than spending our lives trying to stay clean, let’s embrace the messy. Jesus did. And that’s why we get to spend eternity in Heaven with Him.
