Selfless Sacrifice

At times he might appear to be too black and white or unmerciful or hard to those looking in from the outside. He is matter of fact about criminals, those who choose to hurt others for their own gain; be that gain financial or out of some sort of warped emotional need for satisfaction.


He is strong in his convictions, yet he shows mercy and grace to those most of us would be too scared or repulsed by to give the time of day. Every day he willing aids the unlovely, untouchable, the unwanted. He protects those who otherwise can't protect themselves, making sure the needy and the wealthy are both given equal and fair treatment. He gives counseling to the single mom and the domestic abuser, alike. He safeguards the “home” of the homeless, making sure the small portion of pavement they claim is out of harm's way. He ensures that the injured are given care and that the mentally ill are not beaten up on the parking lot of some abandoned warehouse.
He willingly lays down his life (and by doing so the lives of his family) even when he is not on duty. He is ever vigilant. While others go about their daily lives, he is watching, like an angel with human skin. The Lord equips him with selfless, quiet strength.

He does not ask those he protects who they are, or if they deserve his sacrifice. He does not discriminate, loving others not with his words, but instead with his actions. He does not ask those he serves if they are his neighbor nor his friend, but freely gives to all.

A man has no greater love than this, than he lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13