'Doing good' involves a decisive action that brings about a change
We are called to be light and salt. Light that does not shine is of no effect. Salt that does not bring flavour is of no value. Light and salt have to do their job so that the effect can be felt. If we are going to be effective in this aspect we need to take some action. For…
Don't become weary
Galatians 5:9 ‘become weary…’ We need to be on the alert that we do not become weary. Sometimes we can do good and we do not see the fruit or the reward of our actions. This can lead to us getting tired of doing good. It is natural and to be expected, but the Apostles counsels us not…
Having a feeling about something does not amount to 'doing good'
We can have feelings about something and do nothing about it. We may feel compassion towards someone but that is not ‘doing good’. That compassion must move from a feeling to an action. The Bible tells us that Jesus was ‘moved with compassion’. Mark 1:41 Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out and touched him. “I am willing,” He…
Saying that we plan to do good does not amount to 'doing good'
Sometimes we are quick to speak and slow to do. I have found myself saying to my wife: ‘We need to help that person!’ and then nothing more gets done. They say that ‘talk is cheap’. It is easier to say you will do something than to actually do it. Perhaps you have been promising your wife…
Good intentions
Good intentions do not constitute ‘doing good’. There is an old proverb that says: ‘The road to hell is paved with good intentions’. The meaning of this phrase is that individuals may have the intention to undertake good actions but nevertheless can fail to actually take action. Often our lives are filled with good intentions, but do…
Keep on doing good
What should we be doing? Galatians 6:9 ‘doing good’ We are called to be a blessing. We are called to do good. When we do good it inspires and motivates others to embrace what is lovely, beautiful and praiseworthy. When we do the right thing and the good thing, it inspires others to do the same. Most translations…
God's blessing is conditional
There is a conditional aspect to experiencing this blessing. It is the aspect of obedience. It will be worth it if we will choose a life of obedience. The rewards for obedience will be the blessings that God has in His word for us. Deuteronomy 28:13-14 The LORD will make you the head, not the tail….
The blessings that God has for us (part 3 of 3)
A BLESSING ON WHAT WE DO God wants to bless what you do. As you go out and work, know that God wants to bless the work that you will do. Deuteronomy 28:8 The LORD will send a blessing on your barns and on everything you put your hand to. Imagine that everything you put…
The blessings that God has for us (part 2 of 3)
THE BLESSING OF PROVISION Here is another blessing that God wants us to enjoy. God wants to bless us with provision. Deuteronomy 28:5 Your basket and your kneading trough will be blessed. The basket speaks of our provision and our resources. God is obviously interested in supplying our needs and going beyond this so that there…
The blessings that God has for us (part 1 of 3)
BLESSING ON WHERE WE LIVE Deuteronomy 28:3 You will be blessed in the city and blessed in the country. Just think of your city, town and your country. God wants to bless our towns our cities and our country. We can know a blessing on the place we call home. This can include your home or the…