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Reciprocal Action
by PamFord Davis "Now what can I do for you?" Someone does us a big favor and we feel obligated to offer reciprocal action. It was not a small gesture; the person went out of their way, bent over backwards to provide an act of kindness. We feel a tinge of guilt because we did not pay for their services or deserve it. How can I ever repay the Lord? "What shall I render to the LORD for all his bounty to me? I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the LORD (Psalms 16:12-13 RSV). The psalmist is reflecting and resolved. "I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and call on the name of the LORD (Psalm 11:17 RSV)." We can never repay the LORD; we can call on him with thankful hearts. Published articles in Mature Living Magazine, Devotions for the Deaf, The Secret Place, Coosa Journal, Mary Hollingsworth's The One Year Devotional of Joy and Laughter, Jo Krueger's Every Day in God's Word. http://www.pamforddavis.com http://www.faithwriters.com/member-profile.php? Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |