I do
not have to make a choice between being a blessing to others or being blessed
myself. Choosing to refresh and help others opens the windows of heaven to both
the receiver and the giver. Selfishness is a sure path to gnawing sadness and
loss of purpose. In sacrificial generosity of time, talent or treasure we
discover highborn nobility. The key to giving is not what I have but Who I know
since all that I have, even life itself, is a gift from God. Father, You love,
You give, You reign; I want to be more like You. Teach me Your ways and grant
me increased measure of Your Spirit of generosity.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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