Read: Luke 6:27-38

My cup overflows. Psalm 23:5

Good Morning!

Society has taught us that happiness is derived from being filled or full. Contrary to popular belief, throughout the Old and New Testaments, the Bible emphasizes the importance of investing our time, knowledge, and resources in others. Jesus, who ministered, healed, and blessed others, is the epitome of this pouring practice. Paul served others through his ministry, pouring out himself like a "drink offering" (Philippians 2:17-18).

Lord, fill my cup. Before God can pour into us our cups (spirits) must be empty to be filled or poured into. Once God fills our cup, we cannot be selfish and keep the blessings to ourselves. We should Act with selflessness and love by pouring into others. In Philippians 2:4, Paul advises us to consider not just our own interests, but also the interests of others.

As we pray to ask God to fill our cups and as He gives it to us in good measure pressed down, shaken together, and running over, (Luke 6:38) Helping others in need on God's behalf, as Proverbs 19:17 reminds us, will result in the repayment of the good deed (blessing). The repayment of the blessing circles back to our cups overflowing with good measure, pressed down and shaken together. The blessings are never-ending.

As you grow and progress on your Christian journey, make a conscious effort to share your blessings more intentionally. Giving to others is more blessed when it comes from the heart than receiving. When we give, Jesus reminds us that it will be given to us. God's blessing principal ensures that our cups are constantly filled with blessings, even if they come in different forms than what we initially gave.

Be prepared to pour out and invest in others as God fills your cup. Offer encouragement, share your wisdom, testify of God's goodness, and give according to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Do everything with a loving and caring heart, without expecting anything in return.