John 19:26-27 -- Jesus' Mom

This picture of Jesus, John and Jesus's Mom is so intimate and precious.  Jesus usually put His mission from God His Father ahead of His earthly family but in this case Jesus knows His Mom needs help so He asks one of His best friends to take care of His Mom.

This passage allows us to ask the questions; when should we rely on others,  when should we be dependent on God and when should we be independent?  Understanding who we are and how we're unique helps us to value ourselves.  1 Corinthians 12-14 is a great reading for helping us to recognize that we're one piece of the whole.

Lord, thanks for making us just the way we are.  Thanks too for choosing to be part of our lives and thanks for placing us in families, and other community groups.  Teach us about ourselves and how You want us to contribute in the lives of those around us and help us to receive the blessings You give us through others with an attitude of gratitude.