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Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. - Matthew 6:18
"I'm limited," you say. You are frustrated by the cramping restrictions of age,
illness, a difficult child, or an uncooperative spouse. Perhaps you are housebound or
bedridden and feel you have no place to serve.
Your limited place need not limit you. Embrace it as a place to grow. Don't worry about
what people around you may think. God sees what is done "in secret" and He will
reward you in due time (Matthew 6:18).
In fact, our restrictions are part of God's plan to mature usto draw us away from
our preoccupation with being seen and heard by others. If we pray, give, or fast to
increase others' estimation of us, we will miss God's blessing. If we are concerned about
enhancing our reputation, we lose the good that God has promised to give us.
God always rewards hidden spirituality. He hears every private prayer; He recognizes every
secret gift; He notes and richly rewards each unseen act of devotion. You will be
strengthened, and the Lord will make you all that He wants you to be.
The bottom line is this: The things that are done for God's eyes are the things that
matter. So, settle into that secret place where God alone sees and knows.
-DHR
Jesus has called me to be at my best,
Living for Him when at work or at play;
He knows my heart, and in that I can rest
Why should I worry what others may say?
-Hess
To know that God sees us brings both conviction and comfort.