John the Baptist had just been killed. Jesus needed to get away and be by himself, yet the crowds pursued him. They were there waiting for him when he came ashore, "and he had compassion on them and healed their sick" (Matthew 14:13-14).
A timely reminder as I embark on another summer as a YouthWorks Area Director. I know there will be times when I want and need to get away. I know that there will be crowds waiting - if not in person, at least on the phone - when I return. I pray that I will not meet them with frustration or impatience, but with compassion and willingness to do the tasks for which God has equipped me.
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