Wednesday, January 17, 2007

Sharing The Passion

A wonderful way to share our passionate, Christian faith with others is through the gifts that we have been given.

The bible says that the spiritual gifts are well distributed among us. Let us celebrate these gifts and bring them to the throne of God that they may best be used for his purposes.

Sometimes we might feel led to not only share our spiritual gifts, but share materialistic gifts as well.

Who doesn't love a beautifully wrapped and well-chosen present? There is something wonderfully exciting about sending a long distance gift in the mail. Ah, the anticipation that you feel as the giver of the gift, knowing the surprise and joy that will soon be experienced by the recipient.

This year I set up a Florida-style Christmas tree by my front door with a collection of presents nestled under the branches. Everyone who came to my door during the holiday season was given a gift from under the tree.

Imagine the thrill of strangers who dropped by with a delivery that went away with a gift! It still pleases me to think about the joy on the faces of the surprised recipients who came to my door.

This year may we all be encouraged to share the best and most glorifying christian gifts with loved ones and everyone whom the Lord brings to our doors.

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