YOUR HARVEST’S OFFERING.
Text: Psalm 50:23 (NLT)
“Those who sacrifice thank offerings honor me and to the blameless, I will show my salvation.” (NIV)
Introduction
Firstly, let’s look at what Harvest means.
According to the dictionary, “It is the process or period of gathering in crops.”
Harvest is viewed by many people in this way. As I see it, harvesting is not just for farmers alone. The harvest period is a crucial time for every career because everyone aspires to be productive and earn success in their chosen career.
Regardless of what you do for a living, you don’t earn your living by your intelligence, strength, or ability.
The ability to put them together requires the involvement of God.
In Psalm 50:9-12, the sufficiency of God’s providence over your life is enumerated here. There is nothing you own; so you should be grateful for what you have.
The end result of your project, the study, the profits you earn from your business, the contract, the connection, the journey, or the produce you grow on your farm, who gets the glory?
The highest currency that God recognizes in His Kingdom business is thanksgiving or a grateful heart.
“Rather than being critical of yourself and what you think you’re lacking, start celebrating yourself and all your good qualities. Remember what God has done in your life. Get in agreement with God and say, ‘Thank You, God,’ for who You made me be.” (Victoria Osteen, June 8, 2022)
God, our Father, deserves all the glory, adoration, and praise. Through the words He spoke, the universe was created. He knows the number of hairs on our heads and the names of every star. Each of us is deeply known by Him, and He cares about every single one of us.
We shall highlight points that would give you insight into what you need to do to offer your harvest’s offering to God.
• REFLECT ON WHERE YOU ARE COMING FROM
• CAN YOU BE SUSTAINED BY YOUR STRENGTH?
1). Reflect On Where You’re Coming From
One of the major problems people have when it comes to giving thank offerings is their inability to reflect on where they began.
The opportunities that come their way are often viewed as a right, not a privilege, and some say that it is a natural phenomenon. Their positive thinking and right attitude toward nature cause them to believe they don’t have to give anyone thanks for all the good things that come their way.
In Luke 17: 11-19, only one of the ten lepers healed returned to glorify God with a heart of worship and gratitude, and he was the only one that received the final blessings from the Lord. This guy had a deeper understanding of his life, and saw healing as a privilege rather than a right.
Consider your life’s journey and see how you wouldn’t be where you are today without God’s grace.
2) Can You Be Sustained By your Strength?
One folly people display is making fun of themselves and holding that their intelligence, wisdom, bravery, knowledge, ability, strength, capability, discoveries, hard work, opportunities, and connections have helped them get to where they are today.
It is understandable why some people look down on others as if they are not smart enough. The only thing they can see are the results of their strengths, since they do not see God at the center of their blessings. It is impossible for such a person to appreciate God.
In Luke 12:11-21, Jesus Christ narrated a story about a foolish rich man who was overwhelmed by his possession.
The focus is on verses 20 and 21.
20: “But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be demanded from you. Then who will get what you have prepared for yourself?’
21: This is how it will be with whoever stores up things for themselves but is not rich toward God.”
Do you think you acquire things through your power and makings? Would you like to be like that foolish man? Do you honor God with your possessions?
As you have the opportunity, I want you to consider these questions and adjust yourself accordingly. Honor God with your harvest’s offering, which is a grateful heart, as you return all the glory to Him.
Conclusion
We are going to have a great gathering that includes everyone. This event is called the harvest of saints, where Jesus Christ is the Host. He will welcome everyone with excitement and with the statement “Welcome, you faithful servant.”
Hmm!
Would you like to be part of this joyous gathering? You can certainly attend, but you must offer your harvest offering to the Lord Jesus Christ, which is your salvation.
Giving your life to Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior is the most valuable offering you can make to God.
Finally, Psalm 50:23 says, “Those who sacrifice thank offerings honor me and to the blameless, I will show my salvation.” (NIV)
By submitting your life to God with a grateful heart, you will receive a wonderful gift from God. The gift of salvation He prepares for you is eternal life, I encourage you not to miss this opportunity.
Note: If you are ready to give your life to Jesus Christ and you want to be discipled, you can contact us through the link in the website, and we shall follow up with you.
Remain blessed.
Let’s pray:
1). Appreciate God for His love towards you.
2). Thank God for His numerous blessings and cares for you.
3). Ask for God’s mercies over your life.
4). Pray that God would have His total way over your life.
5). Pray that God would be honored in your life. Amen.
John Aderogba for ROPMI.