Have you noticed that certain people seem to be more in tune with the Lord and with others? Recently, I was given several gifts from my WordGirls group. I received:
- An insulated mug I had mentioned I liked. (She had already bought one for me before I commented on how neat hers was. She sure knows me!)
- My favorite essential oil blend. (I ran out of it the week before—unknown to anyone.)
- Healthy food and beverage items from my accountability partner, who took the time to look at my food diary to find out my favorite ones. (Sneaky!)
- A writer-themed pendant/charm necklace, purchased from one of my favorite jewelry makers.
- An African-made necklace that matched my blouse the next day. I hadn’t packed any jewelry to wear with the outfit. It was oh-so-special to wear the necklace, knowing the mission backstory.
Sometimes, serving means paying attention. Be on the lookout for others’ needs. And be sensitive to God’s nudges, to act and do even when you aren’t aware of the need. God knows—and sends us to serve in specific ways when we follow His lead…