I had a friend a few years ago who told me, "Anytime you want something for someone more than they want it for themselves, you are going to be the one that is hurt." I didn't realize it at the time but it has proven to be one of the wisest things anyone has ever told me. I truly care about people though and I don't know how to separate myself enough to not be hurt when I see things that I truly believe will be harmful in the long run.
I have felt and continue to feel this for my children and my family. I have felt and continue to feel this for the people that God allows me to be a pastor to. I have felt and continue to feel this for the people of the city that I have grown to love. I have felt and continue to feel this for my country.
The struggle comes in not being apathetic and continuing to love, because it will bring the pain of caring!
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