GIVING WHAT YOU'VE GOT
"There is a lad here, which hath five barley loaves,
And two small fishes; but what are they among so many?"
John 6:9
The beautiful story of the lad who offered his lunch to Jesus, describes one who attained instantaneous fame. Being in the right place at the right time, He offered what little he had to Jesus. Not surprisingly, his gift was looked upon with skepticism rather than gratitude, and faithlessness rather than an appreciation for what God can do. It's a lesson that we can never underestimate the power of God
More importantly, it's also a lesson in faith and stewardship. Often we feel as if we have nothing to offer, because it looks so tiny in our own sight. Fortunately, God's sight is not our sight. He can see the value of every sincere gift offered to His glory. And why not? "Every good gift and every perfect gift comes from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights..." James 1:17. If you have a gift, it came from God.
Whatever you've got to give, give it cheerfully and faithfully. Whether your gift is in song, teaching, preaching, serving, visiting the sick, perhaps a smile or word of encouragement, give Him what you've got. We all have something to give. I am told thatwhen we've given "the best" of our service, He'll understand, and say, "Well Done".
Because He Lives,
Rev. Rodrick K. Green, June 1, 2025