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Tell Me Something Good

The Good News is still good.  Jesus Christ died on the cross for the sins of the world, so everyone can be saved.  Not just the “good” and righteous, but everyone.  Yes, salvation is for everyone!  And that is good news. 

 “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news” Romans 10:15B.  Though a nice pedicure can make us feel good for a moment, it is when we rush to tell others how wonderful Jesus Christ is that truly make our feet beautiful.

The Word says, “and how can they hear about him unless someone tells them?” Friends, if we keep our mouths shut, and do not share the reason for our joy with others, they may never know.  And how selfish will that be on our parts – to hoard the joy of the Lord for ourselves.  The Lord promises that if we share, he will replenish us.  “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.  They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness” 
Lamentations 3:22-23.

One of the first lessons parents try to teach their growing children is to share.  And look at God, STILL working with his adult babies, STILL trying to teach us to share.  Share the Good News! 

Lord, before I call my friends up to talk about what happened on TV last night, or the drama at work, I pray that you help me to make it a priority to tell my friends and family how amazing you have been to me.  In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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