“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.” Colossians 3:23-24

How many times do you awake and have an extensive list of things that bombard your mind for the day? It happens to us all…but thankfully when my mind began to rush me into the day ahead, the Holy Spirit reminds me to stop, slow down, start over and begin where I need to…at the foot of the cross! I humbly bow and begin to thank and intercede to our Heavenly Father for life, strength and the grace to be an effective witness to all that I meet along my way.

It is the only by the grace of God that we even exist at this very moment; today is a precious gift lovingly given by God; it is full of His brand new mercies, promises of hope and peace; but the question is what will we choose to do with it- how will we face the challenges that we will encounter, will we live in pity, or will we walk in the peace and power of God?

If we believe that He is sovereign and truly does order our footsteps, then we can see by faith all the potential this day has; we can seek to spread the love of God through our words and actions to all. The first community of Christians in the book of Acts 4: 32 were a phenomenal example of the Greek word koinonia which means to fellowship with . . . “And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any [of them] that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common.”

Let us choose to make this world a better place by sharing and living out the Christ that lives in us…that is our job! Then, possible so many tears of mothers will not fall because for some unknown reason their children have given up hope and chose to die, rather than live. Again, I ask you, what will you do with this day- will you be that positive influence in the life of someone? “But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.” Hebrews 13:16.

Whatever we think our agendas are today, may we all point someone to God’s love and amazing grace; sometimes it is just a smile, a kind word or deed…little becomes much when it is touch by the love of God!

In the book of Mark chapter four Jesus relates a parable of the Sower and the Seed. What type of seed will you choose to be- are you a faithful receiver and giver of the word…someone needs to find the bright and shining light; our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, He is the only hope for this world today. . . “And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick?” Mark 4:21.

Today is full of new opportunities to serve; let us make a difference, starting right where we are, charity begins at home and then spreads abroad. “And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing.” 1 Corinthians 13:2. Let your light shine!

God’s abundant grace and peace be with us all.