Reward!

Have you ever seen those signs posted on telephone poles that offer a reward for a lost cat or puppy? No doubt, the owner of those pets are worried that their beloved animals are hungry, scared, and lonely without them. In an effort to located little fluffy, a faithful owner will do anything to be reunited with their furry friend, including offering a reward for their return.

In many ways, God is the same when it comes to finding His lost children. Not only does He reward those in ministry who give of themselves to usher His sheep back into the fold, but He also rewards the sheep! Despite what you may believe, God loves you and truly wants you to prosper in everything you do. Yet, He is often disappointed because we sometimes stray away from him much like the lost pet mentioned earlier. We tend to get dissatisfied with what is offered to us in the house, that we leave the comforts of home and many times end up hungry, scared and lonely.

But God wants you back so bad that He vows to reward those look for Him. In other words, when we line up our actions with God's Word and seek Him for continued direction in everything we do, He promises that whatever we touch will prosper! Stop relying on what the world has to offer, and come back home to the pampered lifestyle that God wants to provide. If you do not have one already, find a good church that you can call home. If you already belong to one, find your way back in the house...your reward is waiting.

"Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him"

~Hebrews 11:6 (NIV)