The Power of Faithfulness
A Lesson in Gratitude
Two young girls, lost in the world of make-believe, stumbled upon a profound truth while playing dress-up in their grandmother’s attic. As they pretended to hold a church service, the younger girl asked her friend, “Do you pray every day?” The older girl’s response was telling: “No, of course not. Some days I don’t need anything.” We chuckle at the innocence of her words, but they reveal a deeper issue – our tendency to view prayer as a means to an end, rather than a way to cultivate a deeper relationship with our Creator.
The Neglect of Gratitude
How often do we go about our daily lives without so much as a whispered “thank you” to the One who sustains us? I was struck by this very question during a ministry trip to Nigeria. As we navigated the challenges of each day, we were forced to pray frequently, and God responded with miracle after miracle. But when we returned home, I realized with a pang of guilt that I had neglected to greet my Lord, even in the midst of a busy morning.
The Faithfulness of God
In that moment, I was reminded of 2 Timothy 2:14: “If we are faithless, He remains true, for He cannot deny Himself.” Even when we fail to acknowledge Him, God remains faithful, waiting patiently for us to return to Him. This realization filled me with gratitude and humility. I wondered, how long would we tolerate a friend or family member who ignored us, refusing to engage in conversation or acknowledge our presence?
A Call to Deeper Connection
How often do you talk to God? Do you treat Him like a distant acquaintance, only reaching out when you need something? Or do you cultivate a deep, abiding connection with Him, moment by moment? I pray that the Spirit would stir within us a longing for God’s companionship, that we would communicate with Him as we would with a dear friend. May we treat Him with the same love, respect, and gratitude that we desire from others. Amen.
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