Taken from the Daily Scripture Blog
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?
Faith is more than something you just feel. Many people confuse emotions and feelings with faith. They come to church and they are moved emotionally, they’re inspired, and they’re stimulated. They get a quiver in their liver and say, “Oh, man! I’m moved!”
In the book of James, we get a brief glimpse at hollow sentimentality. James minces no words. He’s saying, “You go out on the street and you see some homeless person who’s destitute and simply say, “Cheer up,” or “Don’t worry, be happy!” “Feel good!” “Put on a happy face.” “Smile, smile, smile!” For God’s sake, do something!
Faith is practical. It gets involved in people’s hurts. And when you see a need, you do something about it. James says faith is something you do. You don’t just feel it. You have responsibilities.
One by one. Great opportunities to serve God seldom come, but small opportunities surround us daily. You need to look for those little opportunities because faith is not just something you say, and it’s not just something you feel.
I so agree with this. Faith could be described as manifested positivity — manifested in actions or words. You just have to know when which one is a better medium to show the faith and share the love.
Posted by toni at July 22, 2008, 4:39 pmTotally agree! Celebs and politicians do this “goodwill” to attract attention. It’s the silent people who do good that should be recognized.
Posted by thehusbandspeaks at July 22, 2008, 4:40 pmWe sometimes emphatize with the others. But actions are definitely better than words. A meaningful read!
Posted by witsandnuts at July 25, 2008, 4:13 pmI agree. we need not a rolling camera to help others in need. We have to keep moving if we really are concern with others.
So I hate, this one ad about a politician helping those pinay helper who needed money for the airfare to comeback here.
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Have a nice weekend Mr. Husband
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Let us all help each other in our little way.
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oh well, very right. I love the way people help others even when they keep silent. Helping others in need need not be announced. I hate it when they flaunt what they do only to be noticed by people. Yes, do something to help, but could you please just shut up about it? Agree?
Posted by sheng at July 22, 2008, 9:46 am