God doesn’t draw names to see who gets which gift either. No, He chooses specific gift(s) for believers in order to accomplish His purpose which is to build up, to encourage, and to comfort those who live by faith. There are as many gifts as there are needs, so His children will never be deprived of a spiritual gift.
Category: Holy Spirit
Bless These Chains
But chains can have an even greater positive significance. Take disaster relief teams such as Samaritan’s Purse or the Red Cross for example. They are links in the chain of God’s plan to provide aid for those in need. People on the homefront who donate money or goods are links to those who are positioned to help those in need.
Ah! This is the Life
But then, disaster strikes! A tsunami rises from the water like the beast from the Black Lagoon sending you fleeing for your life. You think nothing of grabbing your things – just your survival! Or you smell smoke and realize Oberg Mountain has turned into a blazing forest fire consuming everything in its path.