It took sacrifice for people. People had to pay for some gas/plane tickets
and leave work for a long weekend in Terre Haute, IN. People left work early or took vacation time
to celebrate this special occasion.
Traveling a distance away makes you feel loved and it’s always great to
have that feeling. Paul felt encouraged when people traveled to visit him.
Paul was traveling as a prisoner and was away from a lot of
close friends for a while. They came to
visit as it talks about in some of Acts 28:14-15…
“And so we came to Rome. The brothers and sisters there had
heard that we were coming, and they traveled as far as the Forum of Appius and
the Three Taverns to meet us. At the sight of these people Paul thanked God and
was encouraged.”
I checked out how far these places were away from Rome, one
was about 10 miles and the other was about 30+ miles away. They wanted to see
Paul and lift him up. After traveling
for that distance, it was great for Paul to see some friends again. I tried to
see how long average travel took in the Bible but was unsuccessful. I would image 10 miles was a least a days
walk. It took effort to travel these
distances away. It was worth it.
One of the greatest benefits of good family and friends can
be when they come to visit. I have been very appreciative when friends have
done this for me. Sometimes a visit from family and friends can help you move
on and continue to fight the good fight. What can you do for friends today? Is
there a friend that could you a visit from you? Do you think that can make a
difference in their life?
People sacrifice to visit people they love. They did this for Paul. People did this for
us in coming for Hailee’s birthday and so much more. Who can you encourage or
visit or help out today? It can make a world of difference.
Have a great day.
