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Saturday July 15, 2023

 Who is more resourceful than an addict in need?  Desperation really fuels the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.  The God to whom we turn our will and life over to is the God who will use many things in our lives for good – including the resourcefulness we practiced for destructive means.  Cleansed of the cheating and manipulation, God wants us to be an example to others of how to tap into His wonderful resources.  With faith in God's goodness at work in us, we can now refocus our skills and talents.  


But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men. (1 Timothy 5:8, Colossians 3:23 ESV)

 We can help and offer many creative solutions in a variety of areas from lessons learned through our life experiences during pre-addiction days as well as during dark times.  


We need to ask God to show us how to use the understanding we have gained for the good of others.  We don't have to be the resident expert and we don't always need to have things done the way that worked for us, but we may be able to offer a fresh viewpoint that may be useful to someone in a given situation.

 


If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.  One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much. (James 1:5, Luke 16:10 ESV) 


God has kept us alive and brought us to this day.  God Himself says that He has given us every spiritual blessing so we can do those things that He has planned for us to do.  His plan is that through our lives – yes our lives – others will see the good things we have done and give God the glory.  So, let's be resourceful and put our abilities into the service of God in order that we may offer a helping hand to those around us.

 


Prayer:  Heavenly Father, It’s amazing that You are able to use some things in my past – the good, the bad, and the ugly – in Your agenda for me today.  Help me to live with faith that You brought me and my unique gifts to this day to do good and to glorify Your Name.  Amen

 

 

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