Who Are the People in Your Neighborhood?

Mr. Rogers and some of his "neighbors"

When we think of the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus tells us that a neighbor is anyone that we come across in need. Here in the 21st century, there is no debate on Jesus' interpretation.

However, don't we sometimes lose the simple meaning of the word? How many of us live in a neighborhood with only Christians in them? Probably not many.

In our quest to be disciples, don't forget that Jesus' command to "love your neighbor" also includes our literal neighbors.