James 2:15, 16
If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, and one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit?
--KJV
In the name of the One Who would have us put good wishes into action. Amen.
“Talk is Cheap.” “Put you money where your mouth is.” “Actions speak louder than words.” “The road to hell is paved with good intentions.” Statements like these remind us that our love for others must be put into action. If we truly love our neighbor, we will not turn a blind eye to him when he is in need. Instead, we will help him in proportion to the blessings God has poured out on us. Indeed, God has given us the greatest blessings of all--forgiveness of sins, eternal life, salvation, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and an inheritance as children of God. All this God has freely given us, and He has blessed us with countless material blessings as well. What a privilege and joy it is to share these things with those in need. Amen.
Prayer:
Lord God, heavenly Father, You have so richly blessed us. Fill us with the Holy Spirit and cause us to love others in deed as well as in word. Amen.
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