The Upper Room Devotional 26th November 2023
The Upper Room Devotional 26th November 2023, Sunday Message by Robin Martin (Mississippi, USA)
TOPIC: More Than I Thought
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TODAY’S READING
Luke 21:1-4
Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee. – Acts 3:6 (KJV)
I had been out of work for months, and expenses were mounting. When another phone call came from someone requesting a donation to his cause, I told him I was not in a financial position to donate the amount he suggested. He asked, “Couldn’t you give anything?” I replied that as soon as I had available funds, I would be sure to remember his charity.
However, our exchange started me thinking, Didn’t I have anything to give? In the story of the widow’s mite, the widow gave her last two coins to charity. I didn’t even have two coins to share, but I did have other ways to give. I had time, an open heart, and a desire to help others when I could. So during that period, I gave more of what I did have by helping out at the community food pantry, assisting an elderly relative, and comforting a grieving friend in whatever ways I could.
In today’s scripture, Peter illustrates so beautifully that blessings shared can be worth more than all the money in the world. We always have something to give.
TODAY’S PRAYER
God our provider, thank you for the gifts of time and talents. Guide us to share these blessings when and where they can do the most good. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
I always have something to give.
PRAYER FOCUS
Those who feel they have nothing to give
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