Something is always wrong.

Sometimes, we as human beings are selfish and apathetic. Unable to comprehend the emotional distress of others, and unable to respond in an appropriate manner to those in need. I mean, it's awkward, because it's so much easier just to keep to your own problems, and if you give the wrong advice, you're pretty much screwing the person who you were trying to help.

Most of the time, though, people don't actually want you to give any advice. All they want is an ear. Somebody to, for lack of a better term, "vent" to. They want to know that somebody cares about their problems and cares that they are going through tough times, because that knowledge alone provides great comfort. Of course, those people who are not adept at such things would rather stop listening and let someone else take care of it.

But what if nobody else is there? You're just gonna leave that person hanging? What if that person is someone who you love, and would be there for YOU if you needed it, no matter what?

The solution is to become a person who cares. Because that's what you're supposed to do, as a child of Christ. No matter who you are, it is your duty and purpose to mold yourself into someone that cares for others. Jesus shines through all of us, and you claim to love him and to serve him, and you say that you'll do anything for him. So if he can be found in all of us, then to extend a hand in selfless disregard to another human is to show compassion, not only for that person, but also for God, and sometimes, even though we are wretched and self-centered people, we need to humble ourselves and take a moment of our time to listen and help other people.

I've learned all of this from my New Year's resolution. I've learned that I can help people, no matter how inadequate I might seem to myself. And I've learned that even the simplest gesture can make another person's day just that much better.

There are so many people who I love, and would give my life for without hesitation. Included in that are my brothers and sisters in Christ. And I know that plenty of you feel this same exact way, because I have been there with you, and I know that you care so much. And if you would give your life, you would most certainly give your hand, or your ear, to those people who you love, because you care. Supposedly.

My request to all of my brothers and sisters, right now, is for everyone to start caring. Not just thinking about caring, and claiming to care, but to take the initiative in caring. If someone is in need, and you know it, no matter how awkward it is for you, just listen. You might be able to help them.