A Reflection On Blessing

When I want to receive God’s full approval

The Bible is full of promises that God will bless His people. He is, by nature, an extravagant giver. It is not selfish to ask His blessing according to His nature. In fact, it is expected. But many of God’s blessings carry prerequisites, and we forget them easily. We ask God for His favor, but we neglect the conditions on which He has already promised it.

Does God’s blessing seem to be far from you? First realize that you have already been blessed, and be thankful. Then examine His Word. There are conditions that will carry further blessing when fulfilled. Obedience is one of them (Luke 11:28). So is godly character (Matthew 5:3-10). And humble service never goes unrewarded by the One who sees in secret.

The Master served His disciples. We are not greater than He is; we must be servants too. In so doing, we will bless others, and He will bless us in return. Those who give themselves to service in Jesus’ name will receive God’s favor. It is an inviolable spiritual law.

Now that you know these things, God will bless you for doing them.

John 13:17