Do It Now!

“Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.”
Galatians 6:10

As I wrote my devotional yesterday on the “Stewardship of TIME.”, I was reminded of a quote that I heard many years ago.

“I shall pass this way but once; any good that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being; let me do it now. Let me not defer nor neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.”

This poem has been attributed to several different people such as Victor Hugo, George Eliot, Stephen Grellet and others.

Showing kindness is a “timely” reminder that we need these days. We may need to be reminded of this more often than we would care to admit. Often times we are so busy and easily distracted that we let many opportunities pass us by.

How can we apply this to our daily lives? Take advantage of the opportunities that you have to be nice and be kind. Ask God to give you insight into how you can encourage and help others. In Galatians 6:10, Paul especially mentions those who belong to the family of believers.

Thought For Today: As the poem says, “Do It Now.”

Today’s Prayer Focus: Ask God to reveal opportunities to show his kindness to others and especially to those who belong to the family of God. Deo Volente.