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Blessing Others Brings Deep Satisfaction

Friday November 1, 2019

Sometimes we choose not to bless someone because we judge them as unworthy.  They may be in a lifestyle which does not meet with our approval or may have different opinions than us on religion, politics, cultural matters, or whatever we see as not meeting the criteria that we want to bless.  Instead of judging others, blessings should flow from hearts that have been changed by the generous love of God for all people, including us.

Love is kind and patient, never jealous, boastful, proud, or rude.  Love isn’t selfish or quick tempered.  It doesn’t keep a record of wrongs that others do.  Love rejoices in the truth, but not in evil.  Love is always supportive, loyal, hopeful, and trusting. (1 Corinthians 13:4-7 CEV)

Accepting and receiving the love that God has for us will help us overcome our reluctance to be a blessing to others.  If we feel we are lacking in love, we need to ask God to teach us how to love like He does.  Blessings flow automatically from a heart that is filled with the love and kindness of God.  Blessing others will bring peace and deep satisfaction to our own souls. 

By everything I did, I showed how you should work to help everyone who is weak. Remember that our Lord Jesus said, “More blessings come from giving than from receiving.”  (Acts 20:35 CEV)

The Lord is well pleased with us when we seek to help others who are less fortunate than ourselves.  When we lived a dysfunctional lifestyle of addiction we were blessed when others supplied us with food and shelter.  These people did not know us, but they cared about our needs.  Now it is our turn to bless others.  A gentle smile can lift someone’s spirit.  An encouraging word may make someone’s day.  Helping someone with what they are doing may lessen their load.  Praying for someone’s concerns will show we care.  There are so many ways we can bless others.  Today, let’s look around and notice a person we can bless.  As we lay on our beds this evening we can then reflect on and perhaps pray for those we have blessed and allow deep satisfaction to fill our souls.

Prayer: Gracious God, Help me to be less concerned with my own needs and agenda.  Teach me how to love and bless others as You have greatly loved and blessed me.  Amen


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