Have you ever met individuals who want maximum results with little effort? In schools, there are students who stay up late and study hard while others cram and procrastinate. Yet, those who procrastinate are upset when the others achieve high marks.
You wonder why would they be upset with the others and not with themselves, seeing that they did not put in the necessary time, energy, and effort. Yet, this happens not only in education, but in all areas of life. They do not give their best but want the best. This same scenario is even found in the lives of Christians.
But unto
Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his
countenance fell. Gen 4:5 (KJV)
The
story of Cain and Abel is a clear representation of this phenomenon. Abel
brought God his best and it was received. Conversely, Cain brought whatever he
wanted and it was not received; Cain got upset. Today, examine your walk with
Christ. Are you upset at other Christians who seem to be successful in their
walk with God? It is probably because they are bringing God their best. But the
“best” does not reside only in the quality of service, but in the character
behind the service. Cain lacked both.
Remember,
in the story of Cain and Abel, they each did bring an offering. So, our best is
not revealed in performing religious activities and devotion, but in our
attitude and approach. To bring God your best is to do it with the right
motives and a sincere heart. Cain did not bring his best offering due to his
attitude, while Abel’s proper attitude was revealed in him bringing the best.
The
Christian, today, has to be honest. When you pray, read, serve, minister, and
attend services, are you bringing God your best? Again, this is revealed in
your attitude and approach. These are affected by your level of spiritual
growth and development. Your character as a Christian will directly influence
whether you are bringing God your best.
Do you
do render service and faithful to God out of necessity and fear or from a pure
heart with gladness. Gladness of heart comes
from a place of mature character.
David encouraged the worshippers to “serve the Lord with gladness.”
Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his
presence with singing. Psalms 100:2 (KJV)
If not your
service is not in gladness, ask for help and forgiveness because He will bless,
heal, and restore. As you continue to develop your character, you can only
“Bring God Your Best.”
