Here we are, Monday already, how the times flies by!
As we begin a new day, opportunities lie before us, opportunities to make money, to get things gone and to cross off everything on our “to do” lists. But there is another opportunity we might consider: We also have the opportunity to make this a great day that we never forget. I doubt that making this such a memorable day will have all that much to do with our “to do’s” to be honest.
We also have the opportunity to share with someone; to share in a way that they will not soon forget. We can share the love of Jesus Christ today!
In all likelihood this will not involve any preaching, however. More likely this opportunity involves an act of kindness or empathy. It might involve sharing with someone who has less than we, or it might involve listening and showing compassion. It could even be as simple as a smile at just the right moment, or an “atta boy.”
Making a difference isn’t really all that hard, it simply requires that we pay attention and then respond in a way that gladdens the heart of another. Who knows? If this becomes a habit, that other person might just ask what it is that you have and that they don’t and then you can tell them about your relationship with Jesus Christ. Oh yes, that would be a memorable day indeed!
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“Making a difference isn’t really all that hard, it simply requires that we pay attention and then respond in a way that gladdens the heart of another.”
Too simple Don! Too simple!! 🙂
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Don
As usual, you nailed the thought. Every day should be seen as a chance to share, and we need and are commanded to do that.
What you said about paying attention and responding is huge. We have to be purposeful and intentional; our opportunities generally will not happen accidentally.
I don’t always do this; I have to be honest. However, most days I try to think and pray on specific ways I can share with the people I will meet each day. I am blessed to encounter many people in my work day, as my work takes me from house to house. It is a challenge, however, as if I just jump in and start preaching, I’m quite likely to get fired. But, if a person is very purposeful, it’s amazing how many people will ask YOU questions. 1 Peter 3:15 is my mantra during the work day.
So often, the best form of sharing has little nothing to do with what we say. When people see our behavior, when they see Him in us, they will ask and when they do that, they will be ready to actually listen. Great comment; thank you!
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Great post! It’s fun each and every day to make other people smile and/or feel appreciated and feel good about themselves and to plant a seed with others and watch the Holy Spirit work in them.
Yep, it sure is!