[The Glory Unveiled]
“Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. [ Matthew 6:1 NIV ]
The Bible does not only commend good works; it also gives clear instructions on how those works are to be done so that they carry eternal value. Among these is the call to charitable deeds. There is nothing wrong with generosity—indeed, Scripture commands it. But God is not only concerned with what we do; He is deeply concerned with why and how we do it. Charity that is done for display may impress people, but it does not move heaven. When we give merely to be seen, applauded, and celebrated, we may receive the praise of men—but that applause becomes our full reward. Heaven adds nothing to it. God owes no further blessing to a heart that sought human attention instead of divine approval. Every genuine act is rewarded by God, but only when it follows His divine order. Intention matters. Motive matters. The posture of the heart matters. If our desire is to catch the attention of heaven, then we must be willing to lose the attention of men. If we want God’s reward, we must resist the temptation of public recognition. We must learn to please God by doing what He desires, in the way He desires it. That is why Scripture begins with a solemn warning: “Take heed.” In other words, be alert. Be careful. Pay attention. Examine your motives. Guard your heart. God is calling us to more than visible service—He is calling us to sincere devotion. So let us listen to His instruction and walk in obedience, that our labour will not only be seen on earth, but also be honoured in heaven. When our service is pure, our reward is sure.
Prayer_Bead: Father, thank you for showing me how to be divinely relevant through your word. Help me to obey them accordingly.
Wisdom_Quote: When our service is pure, our rewards are sure.
Salvation Prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, I yield my heart to you and I surrender my will to you. I choose you this day as my Lord and Saviour.
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