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Our Daily Bread                                      Monday, June 20 1994

                     "ISN'T THERE ANYTHING ELSE?"

Read: Romans 16:1-16

Though love serve one another. -- Galatians 5:13

A prominent Christian leader was known for his willingness to help needy
individuals with their social and financial problems. When asked why he took
time out of his busy schedule to do this, he replied, "When I was a boy, I
worked in our family grocery store. I was taught that I should never ask a
customer, 'Is that all?' Instead, I was told to say, 'Isn't there anything
else?' I have carried this philosophy over into my Christian work." That man
was filled with so much love for others that he wanted them to develop in all
areas of their lives.

In Romans 16, the apostle Paul commended many in the church who were like
this man. He singled out Priscilla, Aquila, Mary, Persis, and several others
who had labored for the Lord with willing hands and loving hearts. They were
not content to give minimal service but were always busy ministering to the
needs of fellow believers.

When we have experienced the matchless grace of God, our hearts should be
filled with compassion for our brothers and sisters in Christ. By extending
to them a helping hand and assisting them in whatever way possible, we're
actually saying, "God has given me so much. Isn't there anything else I can
do for you?" -- HGB

                        Beautiful lives have they who bear
                   The burdens of those heavy laden with care;
                         Earnest are they who daily show
                 Compassionate service wherever they go. -- Anon.

Bible in one year: 1 Kings 17-19

Thought for the day:

You may serve God without loving Him, but you cannot love God without
serving Him.

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