Galatians 6:9 - 10

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (Galatians 6:9-10 ESV). Since these verses begins with “And” it suggests that these verses give additional information to a previous thought. That thought is about sowing: “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life.” (Galatians 6:7-8 ESV). We are therefore encouraged to press on with the work of sowing good so as to reap a good harvest.

Because of the environment in which we live and how we feel at times, it is easy for our lives to get a bit edgy now and then. We need to be aware of this and take care not to grow weary of doing good and slip back into sowing to our flesh. As we continue to do good and yet seem to make little progress, especially during difficult times, we are encouraged to press on and not give up because eventually are efforts will bear results. As we press on we are to be alert for opportunities to do good to everyone where there is a need, especially to family members of the faith.

Prayer

Father, thank you for those who have shown kindness to me over the years and helped out in times of need with a word or hand of encouragement. Forgive me for those times when I didn't look out for the interest of others, but stayed focused on my own interests. I pray for a greater heart of compassion and expression of kindness toward those in need.