Today's Scripture:
Acts 4:32–35
All the believers were
one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own,
but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to
testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them
all. There were no needy
persons among them. For from time to time those who owned lands or houses sold
them, brought the money from the sales and put it at the apostles’ feet, and it
was distributed to anyone as he had need.
Today's Thought:
The central message of the sermons in the book of Acts was
the resurrection of Jesus. That event
transformed the apostles from scared and confused to bold and confident. The resurrection also inspired people to view
their possessions in a new light. In
view of God's grace, believers were inspired to become giving people as
well.
They seemed to be overwhelmed by God's generosity that they
became generous. That's what happens
when we truly become people of gratitude.
Blessed people bless people. How
blessed we are to be recipients of God's powerful grace. Doesn’t it just make sense that we, as
recipients of God's goodness, would use our resources to bless others?
Grace creates a culture of generosity and charity. Perhaps a good test of our understanding of
grace is to consider how willing we are to use our resources to the benefit of
others. After all, that is what God has
done. He loved us so much that he gave
his most precious Son. God's very
nature is to give.
May the resurrection of Jesus revive within us a spirit of
generosity to the world around us!
Today's Prayer:
God, we are in awe of your great power demonstrated in the resurrection
of your son Jesus. As the resurrection
created a bold and dedicated spirit within your disciples may it likewise
create within us a renewed desire to serve you and others with all that we
have. Thank you for the new life you
give to each one of us who call you Lord.
In the name of the resurrected Savior we pray. Amen.
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