Invitation

Elder Sean D. Smith

And the Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let him who hears say, “Come!” And let him who thirsts come. Whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely.

 

- Revelations 22:17, NKJV

Daily Devotion Blog #76 in Hope Mills, NC

The glory of the Lord is upon us and we know this because He has set before us an open invitation to refresh our souls. What He offers no one and nothing can take away, yet many stare from afar wondering if such a glorious invitation includes “them.” Fortunately God’s love is without limits, without boundaries…and is resistant to any worldly quotas. So the question becomes, “Why aren’t His people taking Him up on such an invitation”? Perhaps the answer can be found in those who have accepted the invitation and have not properly promoted it - How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach unless they are sent? (Romans 10:14-15, NKJV). While the message of salvation doesn’t quite bring in the TV ratings or crowds that financial prosperity does, it is even more relevant to God’s people. Understand that the very peace of mind these same people seek through financial prosperity is fostered through the eternal peace of God’s love and grace…of which no money can ever buy, much less afford. Know that the gifts of God come with God…and He’s still in the giving business. However, they can have the things of God and have nothing…have nothing, but God and have it all. Today let us extend God’s invitation to any/all God sends us to, whether they receive or not, and allow God’s light to illuminate their way…then watch how God’s Word satiates a hungry and thirsty people

BE BLESSED!