"Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to him, 'Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,' but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead." -James 2:15-17
Weekly Quote
"Without charity, external work is of no value, but anything done in charity, be it ever so small and trivial, is entirely fruitful inasmuch as God weighs the love with which a man acts rather than the deed itself." -Thomas ŕ Kempis
Weekly Thought
Is it possible to do good things for the wrong reasons? Absolutely. Does that mean these good deeds are worthless and achieve no good ends? Not necessarily. Your good deeds, done for the wrong reasons, may very well bless others tremendously. However, the benefit to you and your soul is negated.
Faith without actions is a dead faith, but conversely, actions without love are rarely as effective in making a lasting difference in the worldand are spiritually dead for the one who is doing them.
We experience peace and joy when there is agreement between our internal beliefs and external actions. Is it time for you to ask God to kindle within you a love for others? Is it time to express your love and faith in tangible acts?
Heavenly Father, change me from the inside so I may change the world through my service. Amen.
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'Those who leave everything in God's hand will eventually see God's hand in everything.'
