Good morning ❤️
Have you ever witnessed someone helping another person in a sensitive way, that was especially designed to protect his feelings? Can you recall an instance when this happened to you, and you were grateful for both the help and the sensitivity?
Right now, think of a way that you can put this beautiful concept into practice. Think of what you can do, to help a person who might be reluctant to accept your help.
Their initial response when offered help is often, "Thank you, but I'm okay."
I used to have a similar response, claiming self sufficiency even when in need. Over time, I've realized the value of cultivating genuine friendships, irrespective of backgrounds, where the need for help doesn't require explicit asking. True friends sense when assistance is necessary. I'm incredibly grateful for having a few such friends in my life.
Striving to reciprocate, I aim to be there for others without waiting for them to ask for help. Recognizing that everyone has their needs, I've come to appreciate being part of an amazing community that completely supports each other. Whether it's financial assistance or moral support, this community rallies together to help, often going above and beyond to offer aid.
The level of chessed I witness around me is truly remarkable. Right now especially with what the Jewish population is facing, and what Israel is going through. People go to great lengths, flying to Israel to lend a hand in various ways, from feeding the soldiers, assisting on farms, to visiting the wounded in hospitals and offering support to released hostages.
Chessed is an acts of loving kindness, serves as our closest means of emulating Hashem.
Hashem is the ultimate Giver, bestowing upon us life and numerous blessings. Avraham deeply understood this concept, treasuring every chance to engage in acts of chessed. The Torah encourages us to internalize and embody this crucial lesson from Avraham, emphasizing the significance of practicing chessed in our lives.
Chessed stands as the enduring strength of the Jewish community. Despite centuries of persecution, this commitment to kindness and giving back has been integral to our survival. Hashem taught us the importance of giving, and through chessed, we've found resilience and unity in the face of adversity.
Emulate Hashem is the biggest mitzvah, you don’t need to have money to be able to give, you need to have it in you, you can give any sort of help, anyone that wants can give.
I dedicate this Bitachon to my late father in law, Naftali Ben Leah Z”L, on his Yahrzeit today. He embodied the qualities of Hashem and performed numerous acts of chessed throughout his short life, the effects of which continue to resonate even now. May his soul be elevated amen 🙏
Wish you a wonderful day ❤️