A dove, not a hawk...
When Jesus started His ministry, the Spirit came on Him "like a dove" (Mark 1:10).
It wasn't like a hawk. God's preferred way is mercy and favor. The Word says, "with favor You will surround the righteous like a shield" (Psalm 5:12).
Some call this good luck. But no, it's not that. It's not chance based. It's something much better than that. It's something that God gives. It's sponsored by Him – He can bring it to you. It's something that is received, not acquired. It's a gift, not a reward. It's a special grace that is given for living. It makes everything go better, a little like power steering. In fact, a moment of His favor is worth a year of labor.
Everyone needs this to have a blessed life. Anyone who was ever a success needed someone or something to be favorable toward them in some way. When you commit to Christ, you align yourself with the path of favor, both with Him and with people. Goodwill and wellbeing follow right along with it. As Jesus said, "The one who believes on Me, out of their inner being will flow rivers of living water" (John 7:38).
Reach out with your faith today, my friends.
Every blessing,
Steve and Carol Ost
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