by Elizabeth Mitchell | Jun 3, 2025 | Purpose
“When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” (Matthew 9:36) In this instance, the crowd did not come to Jesus. This time it was different. So often they had pressed against him by the Sea... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Jul 30, 2024 | Wisdom
“And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, “Do not weep.” (Luke 7:13) Crowds cramp our style, forcing us into sardine-like cans where we feel squashed and a touch harassed at times. Noisy crowds swell and spill, overflowing the banks of our... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Apr 18, 2023 | Purpose
“But a Samaritan, as he journeyed, came to where he was, and when he saw him, he had compassion. He went to him and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine.” (Luke 10:33-34) We were traveling on the road to Jericho and stopped our journey to listen to the truths... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Mar 1, 2022 | Courage
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone; and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (Galatians 6:9-10) Dear Father, We acknowledge that... 
by Elizabeth Mitchell | Jun 9, 2020 | Wisdom
“Weeping may tarry for the night.” (Psalm 30:5) It matters that they lived, regardless how short the span. It matters on a scale of enormous significance that your friends’ loved ones drew breath for a wisp of time or for a lengthy chain of years. A life that was...