Giving

There are times when I reflect on things that were told to me many years ago. Today was one of those times. I remember being told a long time ago, whenever you give you will be rewarded many folds. Although it may not always be visible to your naked eye, I truly believe this to be true. Sometimes the reward is readily seen, but more often than not it isn’t, but just because it isn’t it doesn’t mean that the Lord isn’t taking care of you.

You might not realize it at that time, but it will be evident later on. Sometimes the Lord is waiting just for the right moment to reward you and answer your prayers. Only He knows when it’s best. It sort of reminds of the family sitcom from the fifties, “Father Knows Best.”

In my situation, I’ve had instances where I was immediately rewarded. Just recently, I went on line to make a donation to the hurricane victims. As soon as I finished the transaction, I was led to read a story that I would not have normally read. In the body of the story there was a link to a web site that aroused my curiosity. Not knowing what I would find I clicked on the link and went for a ride. It turned out to be a list of information for various major cities in the US. I continued surfing the site and saw a listing for employment opportunities. I kept going and found a listing for a part time van driver – this was something I enjoyed doing in the past.

I had been looking for a part time position and this seemed to be just what I wanted and to make it even better, the place that was looking for help was only two miles from my house. I immediately submitted my resume and I had an interview this morning. Once again, I sit back and marvel at the workings of the Lord. A nonbeliever could say that this is just a coincidence but this isn’t the only time that something similar has happened to me.

Approximately six months ago, after making a charitable contribution I was led to find a job for my middle boy. He had been knocking on many doors but they were always shut in his face. I was frustrated for him because no matter what he applied for, the answer was always you have to go on a waiting list or don’t call us will call you. He contacted a few politicians and had even made some contributions to their re-election coffers. No one was coming forward to give him a job.

The Lord was the only one who answered him when He deemed it the right time. It coincided with giving to the needy, not to a politician. He applied and eventually was given the job that he is at presently. These are only two examples out of the many that I have been a witness to in my lifetime. Over time I have learned to be patient and to have faith in the Lord. Have faith and He will come through for you ALWAYS.

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. - Sir Winston Churchill