We
see in the Bible that we are not saved by our works or deeds, but by grace
through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (Acts
15:11, and Ephesians 2: 5-8).
According to the scriptures, our Faith without works is dead, just as our body
without the Spirit is dead (James 2:
14-17 and James 2:26). One example of good works (serving others)
is mentioned in this Chapter 1 of James: To visit the fatherless, and widows in
their affliction” (James 1:22-23, 1:27).There
are many ways to serve. I believe that
serving is one of the most unselfish ways we can live. The benefits to using
ourselves, or our talents, & gifts to help others not only is fulfilling to
our life, but will also be rewarded by God in eternity (Revelations 20:12).It was once said that one
of the richest places on earth is the cemetery, since this is where most dreams
and ideas lay unfinished”.
Books never
written
Business never
started
Artwork
never completed
Inventions never
started
Medical Cures
never completed
Lets
now look at some ways we all can be of service to someone…
- Visiting someone who is sick or in the hospital - Giving
someone a ride, who doesn’t have a car
- Making
a phone call to someone who is lonely
- Babysitting
for a couple, or single parent to give them a break
- Giving
monetary gifts, food or clothing to help the poor, or victims.
- Offering comforting
words to someone who has lost a loved one.
- Helping/
being of service in your local Church
- Sending
a care package to our Service Men and Women
- Praying
for someone, and / or just listening to their concerns
- Take
a meal to someone who is unable to care for him or herself - Adopt
or Foster a child, or children
There
are many ways to Serve, and just about everyone can help serve in some way. A
good way to help those suffering from depression, or with suicide tendencies,
would be to get them out and around accident victims, or visit the local burn
centers, Intensive care units, homeless shelters, etc. The focus will instantly
be on those who are much worse off. I
believe the spirit of gratitude will began to surface, not to mention how
appreciative those less fortunate will be to have someone think about them.Our
lives are busy, but I want to challenge you to once during your lifetime find
ways to SERVE, and watch how your life will be changed forever…
