The Daily: Saturday March 7, 2026

“Simon, I have something to say to you.” – Luke 7:40

Surrendering the Script

It's easy to change the narrative in your mind, but it takes courage to take that first step toward another.

When love changes from daydreams to action - when we get out of our chairs, when we send that first text message, when we go to that meeting that makes us nervous - this is when love is born.

The Gospel account tells us that the woman doesn't just stand in the corner of the room; she walks toward Jesus. The woman gets on her knees. The woman reaches out and touches. And in doing so, she takes the chance of having others think poorly of her, all for the sake of closeness with Him.

Being close to someone can be scary. It requires that we give of ourselves, that we stretch beyond what makes us comfortable and into what gives us the courage to be vulnerable.

But it is in these moments of vulnerability that walls begin to crumble. Walls of assumption, of doubt, of fear of the unknown begin to fall as we move towards each other rather than standing safely behind them.

Consider this week how you are being called by God to move closer to those He loves through faithful presence. Not some grand heroic act; simply being present. Instead of remaining silent, choose to have a conversation. Choose to create space rather than distance. Choose to sit at the table rather than slam the door shut.

The seeds of love are sown in the heart, but they grow into full bloom in movement.

Reflection Question
Where might God be inviting you to move from internal compassion to embodied connection?

Prayer
God of courageous love, give me the strength to move toward others instead of away. Help me risk proximity for the sake of grace.