A Legacy of Compassion and Revival
Tabitha left a legacy of kindness, love, and compassion. She wasn’t known for her wealth or popularity. She was a seamstress. And a talmidah, a devout disciple of Jesus who committed herself to the ministry of others. She lived her faith every day through love and generosity. It is no wonder that her Hebrew name was Tavita, which means beloved. The story of this righteous woman with a big heart is in Acts 9:36-43.
Joppa, a modern-day Jaffa, was one of the oldest port cities on the Mediterranean coast. It was a hub of commerce and trade. A metropolis. In this city, where most would invest in worldly things, Tabita invested in people. Because of her resurrection miracle, many people near and far turned to the Lord.
Why?
Because Tabitha represents us all.
A person who had a choice.
The choice to do good.
Or not.
Tabitha’s story reminds us that acts of service matter. No matter how small, they matter to God. She teaches us that faith is more than belief. Faith is a tangible expression of grace in a world desperate for love.
In this Women’s History Month, let us honor the Tabitha’s of today. The unseen, the faithful, the ones whose love stitches hope. Hope into the fabric of…
Our families,
Our communities,
And our global world.
Next time, we’ll hop back to the Old Testament and take a peek at the Story of Hannah.
Reflective Question
How can we use our talents and resources to serve others in our communities?
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