Will You?
August 12
If one of you says to him, “Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well
fed,” but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it?
James 2:16
Quinn had lost his job and hadn’t been able to find suitable employment in
over four months. They had used Charlotte’s most recent paycheck to keep
the electric and gas on, but their mortgage, as well as a signature loan, was two
months delinquent. The slumping economy and Quinn’s disability had only
added to their struggle. This morning found them pouring out their hearts to
God, asking for divine intervention.
Around noon, Charlotte received a call from a couple in their congrega-
tion. They felt God leading them to share some food with them. “How much
room do you have in your freezer?” came the question.
An hour later, the credit union called. Quinn assumed they were notifying
him of collection proceedings and prayed for strength to deal with this situ-
ation. However, when he got on the line, the account manager said, “Mr. R,
an anonymous provider has stopped by our office this morning and paid your
mortgage accounts current. They have asked we not divulge their identity, but
that we inform you so you can best use the finances you have available.” Quinn
was numb with wonder as he hung up the phone. It took a full minute before
he was able to relate the nature of the call to Charlotte.
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At a time when society trusts their 401(k) or stock portfolio to provide for
tomorrow, God is asking us to trust Him and not yield to the temptation to
lean on ourselves for the future.
Giving God permission to reposition His money through us is not an easy
thing to do. It requires faith that He truly is a debtor to no man.
Today’s text is clear; we are not to stand idly by and give lip service to
situations that demand attention. Giving out of our abundance requires an act
of will. Will you?
Prayer
“Lord, help me to bare the essence of Your love. Help
me hang on loosely to the things You have given
me. May I never see a brother in need and fail to do
everything I can to meet it. In Jesus’ Name, amen. “
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