What He wants me to be

I read a story about a guy named Maurice Anderson giving the boots off his feet to a homeless man on a subway. It seems that the homeless man had inadequate footwear for the brutal winter season in the Midwest, and Mr. Anderson felt compelled to literally give this gentleman the very clothes he was wearing. Absolutely amazing and humbling!

Now, Mr. Anderson didn't tell the story, a lady who witnessed the act did. She couldn't help but share how one man's generosity was exactly what another man needed. I would dare say it was something that she needed to see and we all need to be reminded of - we are here to help one another, and we serve GOD by serving each other.

Today's word is Matthew 25:40, ESV, which reads, "And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these My brothers, you did it to Me.'"

In this passage, we are reminded that when we help others we are doing what GOD has called us to do. Yes, we must be wise and use discernment, for there are those that will take advantage of your generosity. There are those that will rob GOD Himself and never think twice about it. But, there are also those that GOD puts along our path to remind us how good He has been to us and to allow us a chance to truly serve Him.

I pray that GOD will always nudge me to do His will. I pray that I will humbly and diligently seek His will. I pray that I will earnestly and sincerely serve Him by serving others. I pray that I see the opportunities He presents to me. I pray I can be what He wants me to be.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T