gifts from God

“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but the same God works all of them in all men.” I Corinthians 12:4-6 Father God, thank you for sharing your gifts with each one of us. Keep ourContinue reading “Gifts from God”

A Box of Chocolates

A Box of Chocolates Imagine that someone has given you a big box of chocolates! What is the first thing you do? Most would probably say Thank you, open the box, and graciously offer the first piece to the giver of this scrumptious gift. Would you begrudge giving that first piece of chocolate to theContinue reading “A Box of Chocolates”

The Unopened Gift

Remember the last time you received a gift-wrapped package from someone? Picture the box, wrapped in iridescent white paper, and tied with a beautiful bow. When you were handed this gift, what did you do? Did you open it immediately, eager to see what was inside? Did you want to personally thank the one whoContinue reading “The Unopened Gift”