“Seeking the good of his people” (Ecclesiastes 10:3)

Jesus, upon His throne of glory, seeks not His own, but spends His power for His people. It would be a game-changer if every Christian would be as Christ toward the Church, striving according to his ability, for its prosperity.

Some are placed in stations of affluence and influence, let them honor their Lord in the high places of the Earth, and testify for Christ before great men. Others have what is far better, namely, close fellowship with the King of kings, let them plead daily for the Lord’s people, the doubting, the tempted, and the comfortless.

The very least in your church can encourage the weak, and strengthen the hands which hang down (Hebrews 12:12). The best thing for a believer is to cease living for himself, and begin to help others in need (Philippians 2:4).

He who blesses others will be blessed himself. On the other hand, to be self-centered is a wicked and unhappy life, grievous and fruitless. “Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share, storing up for themselves a good foundation for the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life” (1 Timothy 6:18-19).

“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith” (Galatians 6:7-10).

I must ask you, friend, whether you are using your power for the wealth of the Church. I hope you aren’t weakening it by selfish neglect. Unite with the Lord’s cause, and you will have your reward.

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