Monday, June 22, 2026

Scripture

“Thanks be to God who put in the heart of Titus the same eagerness for you that I myself have.” 2 Corinthians 8:16

Reflections

Do you ever feel guilty about not being able to do everything?

There are so many great needs within our world; hunger, poverty, neglected children, racism, lonely elderly, environmental problems, etc.  The list seems endless.  Charitable organizations are continually providing opportunities to give.  Still, even Bill Gates cannot provide for all the needs of all those organizations.

The Spirit does something interesting.  As each of us are created uniquely, the Spirit gifts us with unique passions.  One person may be passionate about poverty.  Another might be passionate about children’s access to a good education.  The challenge isn’t to try to fix absolutely everything on your own.  The challenge is to prayerfully discern how God is pulling you from within.  Pay attention to the kinds of things that keep you up at night.  Follow your heart.

The Apostle Paul and Titus shared a common passion, the welfare of the church in Corinth.  Others were called to other things.  God isn’t looking for you to fix everything on your own.  Jesus is the only one who is going to do that, and that’s not going to happen until he returns.  Be at peace with following what God’s placed in your heart.  God’s calling others to tend to other needs within the world.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for giving me unique opportunities within your kingdom.  Help me to clearly hear your call on my life.  Grant me the strength to follow it.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Reading: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24