Reading: Galatians 6:9-10, 9Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. 10Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
It is simply amazing at the large quantity of diet plans that exist today. Commercial after commercial gloat over the quantity of weight that this person lost and how much better this other person looks. Even some celebrities create a buzz over substantial weight loss and the curiosity of which diet plan they used. Why? The results. People see the results. So many people today witness great results and want to have it. We have become more inundated with results, even to an extent of overshadowing the work involved to accomplishing the results. We are able to witness many wanting to make a six figure salary but not wanting to put in the work to get there. Unfortunately, we can tend to be the same way in an effort of doing good. Oftentimes, we do good things… to get a result. We want to see results from our efforts of doing good… whether it’s being treated better, spiritual growth of another, financial benefit, reputation enhancement, etc. Paul in Galatians encourages us to not give up, don’t focus on the results. Simply, continue to do good; the results will happen in its time.
How are you currently becoming weary in doing good because you are not seeing an apparent result?
How can you keep your focus on simply doing good and not on the result?
What will you do today that is good even though you may not see a positive result in the future?
REVIEW
What were you able to start or continue to do today that is good?
Were you able to focus on simply doing good without the result in mind?
How did this impact your day?
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When I played college football at San Jose State, I was taught to work hard, lose the the fat, learn the plays and give 110 percent during practice. When the results of all that I did, to become first string didn't happen, I was bitter. I gave up and grew weary of my coaches. As I look back I don't like to think of the what if's...what I can learn now is "not to give up". Don't give up in reading your devotions, or calling the men in your group. "Let us do good" to the Band of Brothers who struggle with temptation. Who are losing focus and giving up. I "was" there..but after reading this devotion I "will" keep doing good.
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