If God has given you the privilege of raising children, you know how difficult it can be to teach them to share. Even though a child may have a box full of toys, it is difficult for them to see a little brother or sister play with one of “their toys.” It may be a constant struggle to teach little ones to share but in the end it is worth the effort.
Of course the bigger problem is teaching each of us adults to share. We work hard for our money and letting it out of our grip is a difficult spiritual challenge.
Recognizing that all we have comes from God can help in the matter of learning to share. Not only has He given us all that we have, He can also take it away. We only are in charge of our wealth for a short period of time.
Jesus came into the world to save sinners of whom I am chief. This gift of forgiveness and life is the greatest gift that we can share with the people around us.
Prayer: Father in heaven, thank you for the abundant gifts and blessings that we have received from Your hand. Move us to be blessings to those around us who are in need so that they will praise Your gracious goodness. Amen.
God’s richest blessings in Christ,
Pastor Philip Quardokus
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