On April 13, Palm Sunday, the day commemorating Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem,a touching photograph circulating on social media became a source of grace and inspiration for many Christians.
In the image, two elderly Christian sisters, dressed in joyful red garments, are walking forward with radiant smiles. The sister behind, whose legs have formed an O-shape, still beams with joy and hope, even as she relies on two simple crutches.
On the day of the gathering, in order to ensure these two sisters with mobility challenges could attend worship at the church in Chishui Town, Dehua County, Quanzhou, Fujian, Pastor Lin of Dehua County Church drove nearly ten kilometers to pick them up and accompany them to the church. This photograph captures the joyful moment of their reunion with Pastor Lin and their journey together.
As the photo spread widely among believers' social circles, Rev. Yue Qinghua, president of Fujian Theological Seminary, commented, "This is love…"
Pastor Zhang from Jiexi Church in Longhai District, Zhangzhou City, Fujian, also commented, "This is truly a picture filled with love! Pastor Lin's actions are deeply moving, embodying genuine care and compassion. I believe this also inspires each of us, whether in the church or in daily life, to devote more effort to caring for those in need."
(Originally published by the Gospel Times, the article has been edited under permission and the author is a believer at a church in Fuzhou, Fujian.)
- Translated by Antonio Xu
