Reflection:
Jesus is generous! He loves splashing the cash on his people! Look at the gifts that he gives to us in order that we can complete our calling. And what is that calling? To do works of service ultimately be like Christ. Whatever else the church is supposed to be – that’s the ultimate goal. And if he’s that generous with the gifts he gives, then let’s be generous in using those gifts to help God’s people achieve God’s purposes. Let’s love God’s people enough to “splash out the cash” of his gifts to others.
How has Christ gifted the church in order to serve his people? How are you generously paying forward the gifts he has given you?
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you for the gifts of apostles, prophets, evangelists, and pastors and teachers. Help us to avail ourselves of these gifts in order to serve others, for the sake of being more like Jesus. Amen.