Be moved by the Holy Spirit

Good Morning!

Homelessness has become a heartbreaking epidemic in America. Every one of us has encountered someone asking for money, food, or help that seems unusual or even suspicious. Our natural instinct is to judge based on what we see. We form quick opinions, assume motives, and often walk away untouched. But spiritual maturity calls us to a higher standard—one that listens for the Holy Spirit’s prompting rather than relying on outward appearances.

Solomon understood this deeply. Faced with the weight of leadership, he didn’t ask for wealth or power; he asked for discernment. He knew that human perception alone was not enough. He needed God’s wisdom to see rightly and respond rightly.

Jesus modeled this perfectly. Though He had the power to heal every sickness and feed every hungry crowd, He moved only as the Spirit directed (Isaiah 11:2–3). His compassion was intentional, Spirit-led, and aligned with the Father’s will.

You will continue to encounter people—homeless individuals, coworkers, family members, and friends—who ask for help in various ways. Instead of responding with judgment or assumptions, pause. Quiet your thoughts. Ask, “Holy Spirit, how should I respond?” Sometimes He will lead you to give. Other times He may lead you to pray, offer encouragement, or simply show kindness.

Scripture reminds us: “Let love be without hypocrisy… be devoted to one another in brotherly love” (Romans 12:9–10). And Paul encourages us to “pray without ceasing… give thanks… hold fast to what is good” (1 Thessalonians 5:12–18).

When your actions are guided by the Holy Spirit, they carry purpose, compassion, and clarity. Today, choose to see beyond the surface. Choose to love without judgment. Choose to move only as the Holy Spirit moves you.