When we focus on the things we don’t have we can fall into a number of traps.
The most obvious trap to fall into is covetousness. Apart from being specifically forbidden in the Ten Commandments (Ex 20:17) coveting eventually causes us to sin even further. (James 4:2).
However, another trap is to sin by omission. That is, we fail to do the things that we should with what we DO have (James 4:17).
What excuses might we use to do nothing when there is something that we can do?
- Perhaps we feel that what we can do is so insignificant that it really isn’t worth the bother? But in God’s way of thinking it is not the magnitude of the task that is crucial but rather the act of obedience and faithfulness on our part. Consider the story of the widows mite in Luke 21:1-4
- Or perhaps it might be that we compare ourselves to others? We conclude that we are already doing enough or we think that someone else is more suited to the task than we are. (1 Cor 10:12)
- Or maybe we feel that we are owed some slack because of circumstances and trials that we have to deal with? While it’s important to be aware of our limitations we can’t use that as an excuse not to use what we DO have for the benefit of the Lord and His kingdom. (1 Peter 4:10)
We’d like to share with you today an inspirational video produced by Deidox. It is the story of Alyssa, born blind but still seeking ways in which God wants to use the gifts given her in His service.
www.deidox.com (will open in new window)
