The conception of most is to place God first, your family 2nd and yourself 3rd. But people forget about "others" which includes neighbors, strangers, enemies". It is a vital part of God's expectations for us. We must not exclude "others" in our walk of obedience. Sometimes it can simply be the way you carry yourself as a believer when you are in a public place. I try to hold doors, make eye contact, smile to others, instead of thanking them I like to say, "have a blessed day". Simple simple. A lot of people get so overwhelmed in their own lives that they just conclude there is no time or place for it. Everyone is always in a hurry to get in and out. But if we are too busy for small gestures then how are we when someone needs our words of encouragement or even more? Do you have the mindset, "I have my own problems to worry about"? If you do, than that is all the more reason the Lord will continue to place people of need and situations in your path for He wants you to remove the focus off of yourself and your own needs and wants. It is true! We as Christians have an obligation to our Lord to bear proper witness by our actions and words and thoughts. Have you ever just left church and then in the parking lot shortly thereafter no one lets you out in order to leave the parking lot? Someone cuts you off or keeps driving before letting you ahead of them? I watch my husband leave and hold the door for each and every single person as they exit. And I do mean every single person. Be inspired today to think more of others than of yourself. Lift them up in prayer and ask the Lord to bring people in your path today as you run errands to share the light with....it can be with a simple smile or kind word. Just be aware and be prepared! Have a fab weekend!
Ephesians 4:32
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