THINK ABOUT IT 12-17-23
WHAT TO GIVE
Christmas is the season when many people are thinking about giving. The truth is that giving should be a way of life, not just a seasonal event. Giving is an expression of love and we naturally want to please those we love. Let me ask you a question. Have you ever wanted to give someone something that you couldn’t give? I suspect we all have. We love to give our loved ones the things they desire. The problem is that we don’t always have it to give. What then? Let me encourage you by reminding you that the most important things in life can be given by all of us, regardless of the size of our bank account. Here’s a few things we all can give:
- Appreciation. Everyone needs to know they are appreciated and little things mean a lot. Get in the habit of letting people know that you appreciate them.That’s a gift they will cherish!
- Time. This is a gift that we all can give–everyone has the same amount. Nursing homes, hospitals, etc. are filled with lonely people. Take time to be with or in contact with them.
- Attention. It’s not enough to merely be in someone’s presence, they need your attention.Be a good listener.
- Courtesy. It doesn’t cost a cent to be kind. A gracious word, a smile, a hand-shake, etc.doesn’t cost anything, yet are of great value. People have enough problems without you adding to their woes.
- Love. However it is expressed, people need to know that they are loved. Do whatever you can, in word and deed, to show people that you truly care about them. Those who care do! HDS
David Stone
Lakeway Baptist Church
Humble, Tx
