See No Evilنموونە

In one of my first jobs after college, I had a long commute to work and back each day. One day, my car started doing things that even I knew a car shouldn’t do. So I took my car to the mechanic (insert dreaded sigh!)

After a day or so, I got a call from the mechanic that my car needs a new transmission. I broke into a panic. On one hand, I couldn’t afford to pay for a new transmission. On the other hand, I couldn’t afford to NOT have a car for my job. So I agreed.

Several days later, I got the call that my car was ready. I showed up with a credit card that had a $600 limit, and I wasn’t even sure how much of that money was available.

I shook the mechanic’s hand. He handed me the keys. I said, “How much do I owe you?” I cringed. He said, “Your sister and her husband came by yesterday and took care of it.”

I was shocked. I’ll never forget that moment as long as I live. I thanked the mechanic. I went straight to my sister’s house and thanked her and her husband profusely. I thanked God. I was as happy as a human being could be!

With that in mind, look at this verse:

And don’t forget to do good and to share with those in need. These are the sacrifices that please God (Hebrews 13:16 NLT).

This verse makes sense in light of my story. I was “pleased.” My sister and her husband were “pleased” to help. I can’t help but think that God was “pleased.”

“Pleased” everywhere!

God loves it when we do good and share with each other. My transmission story is a perfect example.

What is one way you can do good and share with somebody in need today? You may not have the money to pay for someone’s broken down car, but you can still do something. Do it! You won’t regret it.