Bless and Be Blessed

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Proverbs 11:24-25
The Message (MSG)
24 The world of the generous gets larger and larger;
the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller.

25 The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed;
those who help others are helped.
 
These verses were quoted today on my daily calender dedicated to the theme of HOPE.
It seems that there is a promise that when we bless others we can have the hope that we will receive a blessing.
 
I am reninded of a stately elder radio Bible teacher who would always close his program by saying: "Walk with the King today, and be a blessing!"

Comments

grey-blue cat said…
i wish that i had your faith ...
February 3, 2012 at 7:32 AM
MaryBeth said…
I am touched that there is something about the faith I have that you may want to share... But really it is a gift that is available to everyone... even a weak faltering person such as myself. Actually, I suppose that if you are longing fore "more" faith, it could be a better place than someone who is empty yet complacent.
A few promises come to mind:
"Ask and you shall receive,seek and you shall find,knock and it shall be opened to you."
"Those who hunger and thirst after righteousness shall be filled."
"Faith comes by hearng - and hearing by the Word of God."
Did you ever think about posting about your faith quest on your blog? Perhaps it could be mutual encouragement for those sharing a similar journey. Just a thought...
February 3, 2012 at 9:43 AM
Anonymous said…
Mary Beth... You are TRULY an inspiration!!!!! Thank Thank you dear one :-). This is Claudia.
February 3, 2012 at 2:19 PM
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