dailydatewithgod

We all have gifts given to us to be shared.  They come in multiple forms from momentary to a life-long process.  We all know what it is like to be touched by someone else’s gift.  It could be their smile, musical talent, attention, money, curiosity, athletic ability, or kind ear.  We are often led to think we have nothing of significance to offer unless its elaborate, grand, or can change the lives of many people.  Yet how important is the offering of a guiding hand to someone who is blind?  How valuable is the offering of a smile to someone who is having a bad day?  How much impact is felt in the offering of music to the heart of someone who feels numb?  As a child I loved the story of the little drummer boy.  The only thing he had to offer was the playing of his drum.  He did not have the elaborate gifts of the kings, but his gift played with all his effort brought a smile to the mother of the newborn king.  When we connect with what our hearts have to offer throughout our lives or even just in this day, we can bring joy, peace, and the presence of love to any situation.