Today’s Thought “Plights in Elevating Oneself” G. Ward

1 Peter 4:10

As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace:

 

I’m somewhat perplexed at this time of year to hear of such accommodation in extravagance that seeks to demonstrate care upon exorbitant expense. Perhaps historical visitation of simple wares, along with baked goods, candy canes and assorted nuts – may witness abundant means for January. On the other hand, the superficial interactivity upon such a holy-day anticipated can be contradictory to celebrating Christ entry – particularly when/if we’ll forget our Lord came to serve and whereas HE bestows on each believer a particular giftedness (for HIS glory), we’ll look to extend ourselves onto another – that encourages their walk in HIM.