Psalm 116:12-19…“What shall I return to the LORD for all his bounty to me? I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the LORD, I will pay my vows to the LORD in the presence of all his people.” vss. 12-14
The psalmist knew that he had been blessed by his Loving Lord and felt that it was his duty and delight to respond with a thanksgiving offering. Many are doing that today in our country. We know that the continued prosperity of our land depends on our faithful payment of taxes, and most of us gladly send them in when they are due. It’s a fitting response to the benefits we have received, even if our checks are not offered in a spirit of thanksgiving and gratitude.
But there are still opportunities for us to make significant offerings with thanksgiving and those who understand the extent of God’s blessings in their lives will do exactly that. It’s a part of the relationship we have with God in Christ Jesus. God’s love and gracious provision sparks a loving response, both in our regular offerings and our daily actions.
It’s good that our celebration of Easter extends into the month of May. Every Sunday offers an opportunity to sing praises and raise songs of joy for the magnificent gift of life that is ours in Christ. He is alive, and in him we are alive, now and forever. Thanks be to God.
Thought for the Day: How do I make offerings?
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