As a final thrust on this matter of blessing others, here are a
few random thoughts. Hence, the title.
First – Beware of waiting for “just the right time.”
Blessing in itself, I believe, is a part of the “comfort-coach-counsel-encourage”
character of the New Testament word, paraklesis.
Therefore, it is more of an ongoing relationship than a singular event. Therefore…
Second – Develop ways of incorporating drive-by blessing in real time.
Over the years I have mulled over various ways of doing this.
Thank you for helping me worship. I
noticed (something about them or something they did) and I thanked God for you.
Since giving thanks is a part of worship, you helped me worship.
Have I told you recently how God has used
you in my life?
Are you aware of the impact what you did
had on…?
I thought of you today when I read...
Imagine saying this to your son or daughter: You know one of the things I admire about you? Then tell them,
without adding: Now if you could just do a better job cleaning your room…
However, beware of letting these become meaningless clichés. Don’t overuse them.
However, beware of letting these become meaningless clichés. Don’t overuse them.
Third – you can even bless an unsaved person. However, I would
avoid saying, I’m so glad God moved you
to.... A fellow Christian would be pleased to know that. An unsaved
person may not be there yet. I thank God
for you, works well.
Finally – don’t use blessing as bait. Yes, you want your unsaved
friend to come to Christ; yes, you want your child (spouse, parent) to change
in some areas; but let a blessing stand alone for God to use as He sees fit. Check
out articles on authentic friendship in The
Withered Grape.
In the meantime – may God bless you, and may you be a blessing.
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