New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. 17 Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.[ a] 18 In fulfillment of his own purpose he gave birth to us by the word of truth, so that we would become a kind of first fruits
The power of giving never leaves the possessor empty. He is the first beneficiary. The benefits are enormous and encompass the spirit, soul and the body of the individual, which results to prosperous life. For example, you have joy when you share whatever you have with another. I will give you a thank offering. I will call on the LORDâs name. Colossians 3:17 (EXB) Everything you do or say should be done to obey [or as a representative of; in the name of] the Lord Jesus. And in all you do, give thanks to God the Father through Jesus. 2 Corinthians 9:15 (GNV) Thanks therefore be unto God for his unspeakable gift.2. Gratitude helps to âcenterâ us so we can find stability in Him. Instead of desperately grasping to cling to God, we begin to realize we are already in the âgripâ of the One Who is not moved by our circumstances. This releases the âgripâ our circumstances once had on us. 3.
29 He gives strength to the weary. and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the Lord. will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary,
1 Chronicles 29:11 â Yours, O Lord, is the greatness , the power and the glory, the victory and the majesty ; For all that is in heaven and in earth is Yours; Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and You are exalted as head over all. Psalm 104:1 â Bless the Lord, O my soul! O Lord my God, You are very great: You are clothed with honor and majesty.
6. âOur Godâ â Chris Tomlin. Our lives are often chaotic and full of distractions, this song allows our focus to come back to the only thing that matters, Jesus. âMartha, Martha,â the Lord answered, âyou are worried and upset about many things, but few things are neededâor indeed only one.
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