Galatians 6:8 - 10
…8 For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap
corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap
eternal life. 9 Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we
will reap if we do not grow weary. 10 So then, while we have opportunity,
let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household
of the faith.
When is the last time you did something for someone; not out
of a sense of obligation? I’m not talking about a commitment to “pay it forward”
but a random act of kindness…
Speaking of random, I ask this question because I've been
battling a zombie state due to lack of sleep. I've been heading to 7-11 for
their exotically and elaborately named coffees. This morning was no different.
I stumbled out of my car in deep thought about something I was planning to
write. As I exited my car I noticed a homeless guy huddled against a building
trying to get some sleep. I also noticed how several people just ignored his
presence. I didn't ignore him; I saw him; I opted not to disturb his peace…for
all I know, like me, he could have been deep in thought and prayer. I entered
the store but instead of my usual coffee and donut…I loaded up on the “real”
breakfast foods and brought myself a milk. On my way back to my car…I excused
myself for intruding on the homeless guy’s peace but I handed him the breakfast
food….
I know there is going to be a number of you who are going to
find fault with me for sharing the story…but I’m sharing it to illustrate a
point. The point being, we have so much, we take so much for granted…I've been
going to the 7-11 for a couple of days this week; when you look at it I’m
throwing money away…the stuff I buy is not a necessity. Today the Holy Spirit
revealed that to me and the money that I would have normally wasted on
something frivolous went to something noble and right! So, think about this little story the next
time you have a few extra coins…
How ya livin'?
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