1 Chronicles 16:37: “David left Asaph and his associates before the ark of the covenant of the Lord to minister there regularly, according to each day’s requirements.”
Asaph and his co-workers ministered and worked in the temple each day. The tasks they performed varied day to day, depending on what was needed.
This week I’ve been thinking about what it means to minister to others. At the end of the day, can I say that I’ve welcomed the moment and given my full attention to opportunities to serve? Have I followed the Holy Spirit’s urgings and honored the person he put in my path? I want to be aware of what God needs me to accomplish for the kingdom.
God doesn’t expect some spectacular, glorious deed performed on a stage or in the limelight. Some of the best ministering I’ve received involved listening, hugging, an encouraging note or email, or a helping hand.
Ministering like Asaph means looking for occasions to comfort a child, help a coworker, share the joy of Jesus, or call a friend. I love that Asaph and his helpers watched for what the day would bring. They didn’t set such a rigid schedule that they ignored opportunity. Instead, they watched for the chance to minister; they embraced the day’s requirements.
About Penny McGinnis
God called Penny to write devotions when her children left home. She started sending them a weekly devotion via email. Soon the encouraging words went out to friends and family, and eventually grew into http://encouragementjourney.blogspot.com. Penny also writes poetry and fiction.
I love this encouragement, Penny. God doesn’t want big exciting things from us every day. Just to walk in step with Him and do little things that he prompts us to do. I have lots of chances to do this in my day-to-day life, but I don’t always feel it’s enough. Sometimes I forget that the little things are really big things when we do them in His name.
Hi Penny!
I enjoyed this post very much! It’s those small, seemingly insignificant things that we do that sometimes please God the most.
Blessings,
Zach Malott
Thank you, Ginny. I know the little things that others do for me, mean so much.
Thanks, Zach.
You’re very welcome, Penny.
Praying for them.
because i am more of a giver i need to work on allowibg others to assist me.not an easy task.
God bless them and spread d love of Jesus to everyone.
Penny I love this! I ask God every morning to help me minister to someone. I don’t always see the results but feel do blessed when I do.
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