The sacrifice that please the Lord: do good unto others and share!

 Hebrews 13:16

And don’t forget to do good and to share with those in need. These are the sacrifices that please God.

When you have been on the receiving end, where you were in serious need and a neighbour, friend, family member or even a stranger came to your rescue, you will never underestimate this request from the Lord, to do good to others and share with those in need. I was exposed to this notion in my childhood and that has shaped my frame of mind when it comes to giving. Many people contributed to my upbringing, directly and indirectly, which was a huge blessing to me. The joy it brought, is priceless. Hence this verse makes me realize the importance of also playing the similar role to others, only God knows the needs of the recipient and at times, He may be using you to be an answered prayer to that recipient. Which is why, we must never dismiss, reason out that urge to give someone, that is the Holy Spirit guiding you the person that He would like to bless through you. It doesn't have to make sense to you, just be obedient to what God is calling on you to do.

As the hands and feet of Jesus, we must stay ready to be obedient where Jesus is leading us, so that we don't disadvantage someone but also most importantly, to ensure that we don't miss our blessing of being a blessing to somebody else. God is just and He does what He says He would, hence if the word tells us that we will reap what we sow, best believe that you will receive your reward when you sow in another person's life who is in need. The key here, is not to just give, give, give, which can drain your resources as well, but to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. That is the key, as it will ensure that you sow within the fertile ground as well. Be a joyful giver and trust God's leading...