The Upper Room Daily Devotional 19 September 2022: Called to Share

The Upper Room Daily Devotional 19 September 2022 for Monday Message || Called to Share

Read The Upper Room Daily Devotional 19 September 2022 Message by Michael Kimmel (Texas, USA)

TOPIC: Called to Share

TODAY’S READING
1 John 3:16-24

If someone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but refuses to help — how can the love of God dwell in a person like that? – 1 John 3:17 (CEB)

The Upper Room Daily Devotional 19 September 2022 MESSAGE

I work at a locally owned lumber and hardware company that has several stores across Central Texas. One common occurrence in the company is a stock transfer wherein one store sends some of its merchandise to another store that needs it. This action reminds me how God calls us to care for one another.

God knows that we need food, clothing, and shelter to live, and our Creator provides these things (see Matt. 6:31-33). God answers prayers through us and calls us to share what we have with others in need (see Deut. 15:11). When we answer God’s call to give to others, we demonstrate that our faith is not dead and that God answers the prayers of those in need (see Jas. 2:15-17).

READ: Daily Prayer for Today 19th September 2022

Every time I am asked to assemble a transfer for another store, I am reminded of how God works to meet needs. When God calls me to share my wealth, possessions, or time with another person, I witness God answering prayers. Not only does my giving bless others, but it changes my heart to better understand God’s love. In giving, I also receive. In giving, I serve the Lord (see Matt. 25:40).

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
When God gives me more than I need, I am called to share.

TODAY’S PRAYER
Dear God, help us to see the needs of those around us. Empower us to give with humility and generosity. May we grow to be more like you in the process. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

PRAYER FOCUS
Charitable organizations

The Upper Room Daily Devotional 19 September 2022 Message. The Upper Room is a daily devotional magazine published in more than 30 languages and 100 countries around the world. The daily meditations are written by readers of the magazine and others interested in sharing their faith experiences through writing—both laity and clergy, published authors and new writers. Read More