You Want to be Blessed?

“You want to be blessed….give yourself to being a blessing.” Those are true words spoken by Allen Jackson of World Outreach Church (God Perspectives, Jan. 6 2013). In what ways can you honestly say that you are a blessing to others? I know that in the beginning, I was so selfish and it’s hard not to be—we are born that way. It’s the power of the Holy Spirit that will break down our selfish walls and be a joy and a light for others to see.

I actually enjoy helping others but I’m the first to admit that I don’t do it as often as I should—let me rephrase. I don’t help as many strangers as I should. I always try to be a blessing for my family and friends, but to complete strangers that may be having a bad day….I don’t do it as much as I should.  My goal is not to guilt trip. My goal is to make people aware (myself included ) that it’s not always about me or my feelings.  It’s about helping others and spreading the love. The love of Jesus Christ.

Today’s self-assignment: be a blessing to someone today. You never know the impact of what one small thing can do.