Disciples follow Jesus’ call to
live sacrificially with talents
Alongside the call to “steward” or manage our time and treasures (financial resources) is the third “T’ of talents: our abilities of both physical and spiritual gifts, not to mention to the experiences that we have picked up along life’s journey. This is one more facet of laying it all out for God – heart and soul, body and mind.
Following Jesus as We Come 'n Go
Mark 6:38
"How many loaves do you have?” he asked.
“Go and see.” When they found out, they said,
“Five—and two fish.”
Pondering Point
When it comes to using talents and abilities to glorify God and serve Him, it's not just about what we can do on our own. There are times when we must do things on our own, but at other times God provides help through other people. When Jesus’ feeds the crowd 5000+, the disciples had no food themselves, but are told to "go and see" what is available. They are to look beyond themselves to the greater group gathered. Then, with a mere five loaves and two fish, Jesus meets the needs of all present -- in a miraculous way of course.
Prayer for the Day
Father God, remind me that the gifts are in Your people, and that while some of those people might not even be present at this moment, we could all could benefit from the use of their gifts too. Let Your people work together as You desire. In Jesus’ name. Amen.