John Maxwell writes about how to check our motives in pursuing unselfish thinking. He described what Benjamin Franklin does in order to do this. According Maxwell, everyday Franklin asks himself two questions, "What good am I going to do today?" And before sleeping, he'd ask, "What good have I done today?
In a world where most people are motivated by thinking "What's in it for me?", we can go against the norm by thinking "What's in it for God?" For God wants us to serve Him by helping others.
In Mark Chapter 3:10, Jesus cures the sick despite being in discomfort.
"He had cured many and, as a result, those who had diseases were pressing upon him to touch him."
Some things to ponder:
When we do good, do we expect recognition or a pat on the back?
When we help, is God glorified?
Lord, purify our motives. Grant us the grace to be unselfish. May the love that you fill in our hearts overflow into generous service for others.
In a world where most people are motivated by thinking "What's in it for me?", we can go against the norm by thinking "What's in it for God?" For God wants us to serve Him by helping others.
In Mark Chapter 3:10, Jesus cures the sick despite being in discomfort.
"He had cured many and, as a result, those who had diseases were pressing upon him to touch him."
Some things to ponder:
When we do good, do we expect recognition or a pat on the back?
When we help, is God glorified?
Lord, purify our motives. Grant us the grace to be unselfish. May the love that you fill in our hearts overflow into generous service for others.
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