How do you serve others? When we think of serving our thoughts go to the waiter that brings food to your table in a restaurant. For the most part they are pleasant because they would like a good tip. For us, service involves helping and at times, even helping in the care of others. God … Continue reading Serve with Joy
The Walk
Jesus Gave Thanks!
Today we have the opportunity to celebrate another year that God has kept us alive. The dictionary defines thanksgiving as the act of giving thanks, grateful acknowledgment of benefits or favors, especially to God. So today, like every day, is a day to give thanks unto God. God desires that we give thanks; thanksgiving needs … Continue reading Jesus Gave Thanks!
Show a Little Kindness
People love it when we say thank you for the services they provide in our lives. When you exit the bus, it’s polite to thank the bus driver. Many might say that is his job. Think about when you ride the bus at the same time each day, and you are not at the bus … Continue reading Show a Little Kindness
Just Bless the Lord!
In the United States, people are talking about Thanksgiving. The conversations are mostly centered around what we plan to cook; and some items are on the menu make an appearance once a year, so for many, it’s a big deal. Is Thanksgiving just about food and fellowship? When we look at the world at large, … Continue reading Just Bless the Lord!
Kindness Remembered
In the book of Esther, we meet a man whose act of kindness was remembered at the right time. It happened during the reign of King Ahasuerus who reigned from India to Ethiopia. Mordecai, the uncle of Queen Esther, uncovered a plot to assassinate the king. Mordecai told Esther and she told the king, and … Continue reading Kindness Remembered
Encourage Yourself
It’s sad when you have gone out of your way to help someone who needed help and they forget. It’s comforting to know that you are not alone. There have always been and probably always will be those around you who are ungrateful. But it’s comforting to know that you can encourage yourself in the … Continue reading Encourage Yourself
Make a Change: Be Thankful
Earlier we saw that we can walk in ungratefulness after the Lord has blessed us. However, we behave the same way towards those who cross our path. We are grateful for the actions that benefit us and when it’s over, that’s it; we are done. And yes, we behave just like that. In Genesis 40, … Continue reading Make a Change: Be Thankful
Don’t Follow Them
As unthinkable as it seems. There are people who live lives characterized by ungratefulness. We look down at them; turn our noses down at them only to find that we ourselves are following them. There are numerous examples in Scriptures about ungratefulness. Deuteronomy 32:6 NLT Is this the way you repay the Lord, you foolish and senseless … Continue reading Don’t Follow Them
Don’t Be Ungrateful
While Jesus was on earth, He demonstrated the fruit of the Spirit. So, kindness was a part of His life. The dictionary defines kindness as actions intended to benefit others. Jesus took the time to interact with others for their benefit. How do we respond to the kindness of others? Unfortunately, some of us are … Continue reading Don’t Be Ungrateful
Do It Afraid!
Elisabeth Elliot said, “Sometimes when we are called to obey, the fear does not subside, and we are expected to move against the fear. One must choose to do it afraid.” This is the predicament of Ananias, believer in Damascus. The believers at that time were afraid of Saul of Tarsus. Acts 8:3 NLT says, … Continue reading Do It Afraid!