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Doers of the Word
By Richard T.
The letter of James is short and powerful. James boldly declares, “faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead.” In today’s reading, James says we must be “doers of the word.” Many people struggle with their faith and just barely make it from day to day, finding it difficult to include God in any part of their lives.
Sometimes I think that by remaining strong in faith, we are doers of the word; and if we faithfully attend church and tithe, we are doers of the word. A good way to be a doer of the word is by finding a ministry to focus on. Churches have ministries to participate in, or you can find your own. I know that after prayer and meditation, God has opened up avenues for me to take, even in small ways.
For example, one evening when I was driving to a music performance– I’m a musician– I asked God to use me in any way he needed. Later, as I was loading my equipment into the building, a man came out of the shadows and asked if I had any money I could give him. He said he would help me carry my equipment in return. I asked him why he needed the money. He said he drove up from the south to look for work, but some time during the day his truck broke down and now he needed money to purchase a train ticket home. I knew immediately that this was answered prayer, so I helped by purchasing his ticket.
Maybe you have a ministry. If not, prayerfully consider a direction to take. Expect doors to be opened.
Prayer: Loving God, thank you for answered prayers. Help us to be strong enough in our faith that we can be doers of your word. Amen
