If you give a dog a bone, they immediately look for a place to bury it. Why? They don’t know that you can get them more bones. They think the one you gave is the last one they will ever receive.

We do the same as humans. We save the rewards from our hard work but may never get around to appreciating what we do have and celebrating. The Good News about faith is that we can revel in what we have, share with others, and look forward to even greater rewards in the future. There is an unlimited supply, so we can be grateful, celebrate, and enjoy!

This same thought about getting rewards is discussed in 1 John 5:13-21, In God’s presence, we are rewarded with confidence that everything will work out for the best. There is nothing to worry about because we can lay our burdens down at His feet; live for today and feel free to praise Him in His awesome wonder.

This day with God, let us have confidence that He will answer our prayers because of accepting His love through Jesus and love others as brothers and sisters. Let us worship the ONE true God who promises blessings that consist of a future with purpose, peace, and a perfect place for us that is beyond what could be imagined.

The devil wants us divided and fighting against each other. To worship idols of this world which include power, money, material things, and neglecting the needs of others for self-gain. For us to look up to the rich and famous as gods. There are trials to go through on this path with much pain and tribulation in this type of life, so many get on drugs, alcohol, and keep going down the wrong path to despair but accepting Jesus changes everything.

Three great truths John shares is that transformation takes place for the one who accepts the ONE born of God. There is protection, and evil cannot harm them. They can step out in faith and God’s word is the steppingstones along the path. There is determination to walk the path and keep focused on the finish line. The highest reward for worshiping idols is hell. Those who accept the help of God through Jesus Christ receive peace and eternal bliss. Grace is produced and peace is multiplied going on and on, faster and faster forever. That’s worthy of praise.

We praise You God for the rewards You provide through Jesus Christ. We receive the Holy Spirt that is the greatest power You provide. We face challenges ahead but You God prepare us; we receive strength and will keep going to meet these challenges. You have given a sacrifice for all through Jesus so we can come to You in Your presence, trust in Your Way, step ahead, and spur one another on. Even in the dark valleys of despair, we can call to You for help, and You listen. You provide what is needed to finish victoriously. Amen.

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