It's not just passive
| Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians6:9) |
Sometimes the Church and Christians fall into the trap of bemoaning the changing world around us and we adopt a run-from-the-world holy-huddle mentality.
Paul reminds the Galatians that we need to do more than hide from the world.
We need to be doing good!
Amazingly, when we start making a difference, even if it's as simple as just smiling at people more, we experience joy, purpose, fulfillment and empowerment. There is significant meaning to be found in service to God.
And Paul assures us that there will be a harvest when we do good.
Are you trying to persevere passively?
Are you gritting your teeth through tough times hoping it will pass soon?
Stop being passive - be active in doing good!
Currently the city we are in is experiencing load-shedding, water-shortages, service delivery trouble and a host of other difficulties. People are irritated and frustrated.
But what would it look like if we deliberately did a few things that did good?
- Change the subject when a conversation you are in gets too negative.
- Offer to help a neighbour with water or a gas bottle
- Lend a hand wherever you can
This can sound very simplistic, but it works!
When we do good, persevering becomes easier.
