The NIV 365 Day Devotional
Delight in His Gifts
God wants us to delight in his good gifts. What parent wants a child to put a present back under the Christmas tree and walk away disappointed? We want to see joy on her face as she receives gifts from us. We want her to enjoy what we have given her. We know she loves her doll if she picks it up and hugs it. We’re sure he loves his bike if he climbs on it and rides it.
Our heavenly Father longs for us to enjoy the gifts he gives, to wrap our arms around them and use them for his good pleasure. God’s gifts are there for the taking…with pleasure.
Reflect and Pray: In what ways do your memories of your earthly parents affect your reading of Matthew 7? What is one good gift God has given you? What spiritual gifts have you been given?
Word to take with you today: Delight.
Taken from The NIV Busy Mom’s Bible.