Devotional Message
June 3, 2025.
“Don’t Wait to Do Good”
Scripture: Proverbs 3:27–28 (NIV)
_“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, ‘Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you’—when you already have it with you.”_
These verses are a powerful reminder that kindness and generosity are not optional for the follower of God—they are a responsibility. God places opportunities in our path to be a blessing to others, and He expects us to respond immediately when we are able.
Sometimes we say things like:
“I’ll pray for them later.”
“I’ll help when I have more time.”
“They’ll be fine; someone else will help them.”
“They may getting something from somewhere.”
But Proverbs tells us not to put off doing good when we already have the means to help. Delaying kindness can become a form of neglect.
When we choose to act right away, we not only meet a need—we reflect the heart of God. God never withholds His goodness from us when we need it. So, we are called to mirror that same spirit to others.
There’s a story of a young man named Daniel who worked at a grocery store. One cold winter day, an elderly woman came through his line and seemed troubled. She was short on money and was embarrassed, trying to decide what groceries to put back.
Daniel had a $10 bill in his pocket—extra money he had planned to use for lunch that week. He felt the nudge to help her. But instead of offering the money, he hesitated. “Maybe next time,” he thought. The woman quietly put some food back and left with less than she needed.
That moment stayed with Daniel. He had the power to act, but he withheld good, and the opportunity passed. He realized that he wasn’t just saving money—he was missing the chance to be God’s answer to someone’s prayer.
From that day onwards, Daniel made it his mission to never hesitate again when he felt led to help someone in need.
Life Application:
You don’t need to be rich or powerful to do good. You just need a willing heart and an awareness of the opportunities around you:
• Is someone discouraged today? Encourage them now.
• Do you have time to help someone? Don’t delay.
• Has God placed someone on your heart? Reach out immediately.
Sometimes the smallest action at the right time becomes the biggest blessing in someone’s life.
Blessings.
June 3, 2025.
“Don’t Wait to Do Good”
Scripture: Proverbs 3:27–28 (NIV)
_“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, ‘Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you’—when you already have it with you.”_
These verses are a powerful reminder that kindness and generosity are not optional for the follower of God—they are a responsibility. God places opportunities in our path to be a blessing to others, and He expects us to respond immediately when we are able.
Sometimes we say things like:
“I’ll pray for them later.”
“I’ll help when I have more time.”
“They’ll be fine; someone else will help them.”
“They may getting something from somewhere.”
But Proverbs tells us not to put off doing good when we already have the means to help. Delaying kindness can become a form of neglect.
When we choose to act right away, we not only meet a need—we reflect the heart of God. God never withholds His goodness from us when we need it. So, we are called to mirror that same spirit to others.
There’s a story of a young man named Daniel who worked at a grocery store. One cold winter day, an elderly woman came through his line and seemed troubled. She was short on money and was embarrassed, trying to decide what groceries to put back.
Daniel had a $10 bill in his pocket—extra money he had planned to use for lunch that week. He felt the nudge to help her. But instead of offering the money, he hesitated. “Maybe next time,” he thought. The woman quietly put some food back and left with less than she needed.
That moment stayed with Daniel. He had the power to act, but he withheld good, and the opportunity passed. He realized that he wasn’t just saving money—he was missing the chance to be God’s answer to someone’s prayer.
From that day onwards, Daniel made it his mission to never hesitate again when he felt led to help someone in need.
Life Application:
You don’t need to be rich or powerful to do good. You just need a willing heart and an awareness of the opportunities around you:
• Is someone discouraged today? Encourage them now.
• Do you have time to help someone? Don’t delay.
• Has God placed someone on your heart? Reach out immediately.
Sometimes the smallest action at the right time becomes the biggest blessing in someone’s life.
Blessings.
Devotional Message
June 3, 2025.
“Don’t Wait to Do Good”
Scripture: Proverbs 3:27–28 (NIV)
_“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, ‘Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you’—when you already have it with you.”_
These verses are a powerful reminder that kindness and generosity are not optional for the follower of God—they are a responsibility. God places opportunities in our path to be a blessing to others, and He expects us to respond immediately when we are able.
Sometimes we say things like:
“I’ll pray for them later.”
“I’ll help when I have more time.”
“They’ll be fine; someone else will help them.”
“They may getting something from somewhere.”
But Proverbs tells us not to put off doing good when we already have the means to help. Delaying kindness can become a form of neglect.
When we choose to act right away, we not only meet a need—we reflect the heart of God. God never withholds His goodness from us when we need it. So, we are called to mirror that same spirit to others.
There’s a story of a young man named Daniel who worked at a grocery store. One cold winter day, an elderly woman came through his line and seemed troubled. She was short on money and was embarrassed, trying to decide what groceries to put back.
Daniel had a $10 bill in his pocket—extra money he had planned to use for lunch that week. He felt the nudge to help her. But instead of offering the money, he hesitated. “Maybe next time,” he thought. The woman quietly put some food back and left with less than she needed.
That moment stayed with Daniel. He had the power to act, but he withheld good, and the opportunity passed. He realized that he wasn’t just saving money—he was missing the chance to be God’s answer to someone’s prayer.
From that day onwards, Daniel made it his mission to never hesitate again when he felt led to help someone in need.
Life Application:
You don’t need to be rich or powerful to do good. You just need a willing heart and an awareness of the opportunities around you:
• Is someone discouraged today? Encourage them now.
• Do you have time to help someone? Don’t delay.
• Has God placed someone on your heart? Reach out immediately.
Sometimes the smallest action at the right time becomes the biggest blessing in someone’s life.
Blessings.
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