Presence

Luke 19:1-9 (NASB)

Presence is important to Jesus

Matt. 1:23 (NASB)
Luke 23:43 (NASB)
John 14:3 (NASB)
1 Thess. 4:17 (NASB)

Presence is important to people

Acts 2:44-46 (NASB)
Acts 4:32 (NASB)

How to give the gift of presence:

1. Linger—unrush your life.
2. Listen—be quick to hear.
3. Learn—use both ears and your heart.
4. Lend a hand—change a life.

Give the gift of presence—to three friends, to three mentors or teachers, to three people you don't yet know.