Blessing Others
Patricia Pace (Georgia, USA)

The Lord had said to Abram . . . “I will bless you; I will make your name great, andyou will be a blessing.” - Genesis 12:1-2 (NIV)



Our oldest grandchild is a senior in high school. He is a very talented young man. He plays the saxophone in his school’s marching band, jazz band, wind ensemble, and symphonic band. He not only plays at school but performs solos and duets at his church and other churches in our county. He has even provided wedding music for one of his teachers.

Naturally, we are very proud of our grandson. We are proud because he has been blessed by God with his amazing musical ability, and he is willing to share his blessing with others.

Many times God gives us talents but we fail to share them. We hide them and keep them to ourselves. Maybe we’re afraid we won’t be good enough and lack confidence in our ability. Maybe we don’t have the courage to step out of our comfort zone. Whatever the reason, God is always encouraging us and wants us to use the talents we have been given to bless others.



TODAY'S PRAYER
Dear God, thank you for the many talented young people in our world who are willing and able to use your blessings to bless others. May our talents be shared in love and praise to you. Amen.


------------------




TODAY'S READING
1 Corinthians 14:6-12


THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
How am I using my talents to serve God?


PRAYER FOCUS
Young musicians