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Living The Way God Intended

Thursday December 7, 2017

What are some of the “issues” we should reflect on as we gauge our moving from a self-centered life to one of a loving relationship with God and our neighbour?  God’s Word helps us sort out some of these important considerations.

And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. As it is written: “They have freely scattered their gifts to the poor; their righteousness endures forever.”  Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. (2 Corinthians 9:8-10 NIV)

We all have gifts and we are all working to correct character defects.  Much of what we think we can do, or even how we do it, may reflect our flawed thinking from the past.  God has blessed us with new life, so we can now be a blessing to others.  We may not feel strong enough, or that we have much to give but, if we use what God has given us, He will help us do more good than we ever thought possible.

Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.  (Ephesians 3:20 NLT)


 Do we, with gratitude, take the time to acknowledge the many gifts that are all around us?  Are we using our gifts and talents to serve God and our neighbour?  Are we prideful or humble, anxious or peaceful?  Are we living a balanced life with God, our family, and our neighbours?


God will help us live life to the full as we submit our ways to Him and faithfully follow His direction. We know this journey is one of progress not perfection.  Let’s not hold back in serving God and others because we think we are inadequate.  Let’s live by faith and not by sight!

Prayer:  Change my heart O God and make it ever true to Your word.  Amen


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