I will be the first to admit, that on more than one occasion, I have neglected to put a purpose on my day. Some may wonder, what do I mean by "put a purpose on a day". Simply to set forth tasks that need to be done on that day & accomplish them.
Others might know it as a To Do list, a list of chores, etc. No matter what you call it, it is some specific item that you have set your mind to do for that day, & you strive to finish it.
The list might be things as everyday as washing the dishes, doing laundry, sweeping the floor, etc. or perhaps it is something that you might do for others to encourage them, such as, Speak more kindly to my brother or Send a note or give a hug to someone you know who needs cheering up. Whatever the task is, do it with a cheerful heart & a joyous spirit, as unto the Lord.
Give your day a purpose, no matter how small it might seem at the time nor even if you are thanked for the effort, since you will receive your reward from Father God for giving willingly of yourself to others. It might seem that what you do goes unnoticed by those around you, but He sees your heart & your actions. He has a plan for each & every one of our futures, whether it be as a wife, mother, or some other ministry He has in store for us.
In the meantime, we should do all we can to prepare for the future as well as give of ourselves to aide those around us in need of assistance. God loves a cheerful giver, which doesn't just mean of our tithe, but of our time, love, hearts, etc. to those He wishes us to minister to.
So the next time you see someone you might help or you are asked to do a task, proceed with a cheerful heart & know that by your charitable actions, you are furthering the Kingdom of the Lord Jesus.
2 Corinthians 9:6-8: But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.
Colossians 3:15: And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.
Colossians 3:17: And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
Colossians 3:23-24: And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.
Have a blessed Sunday,
Sarah Grace
3 comments:
This is such a good reminder. Sometimes we forget and the feeling of not accomplishing anything is horrible.
Thank you for this! I really needed to read this word of encouragement. It's so hard to maintain this focus when one is going through a season of trials, but as Col 3 says, "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts..." With His presence near us, we are strengthened for every good work that He puts before us. :)
~ Erika
I am pleased to know that this post was so well received. I had wondered if it would be acceptable. I wish to be an encouragement to those whom Christ is preparing, as He is myself.
God bless & thank you for letting me know your opinions on my post,
Sarah Grace
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