And my God will meet all your needs

according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:19

A Cup of Hope

     Everyday, it was the same routine.  A man in need, asking others to fill his cup.  Many people did respond with passion, while some passed by, not wanting to be bothered.

     The crippled man was about to begin his daily ritual again.  He was carried to the edge of the temple courts where he would start begging for money.  As people began to pass him, he smiled and thanked those who dropped a small coin into his beggar's cup.

     One day a man named Peter walked near the crippled man.  The story recorded in Acts 3:6-8 describes how the disciple Peter responded differently to the beggar: 

Then Peter said, "Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you.  In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk."  Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man's feet and ankles became strong.  He jumped to his feet and began to walk.  Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and jumping, and praising God.

     Many of us look only to our friends and family to satisfy our needs when God is ready to give us what we really need - His perfect love and saving grace.


     When you allow God to touch your heart, you can set aside your beggar's cup.  You will be too busy walking and jumping and praising God!

My Cup Overflows

Help me not to take physical capabilities for granted.

Lord, open my eyes that I may see the needs of others.

Help me to alays look two You to satisfy me desires.

Thank You for your faithful provision.

Blessings~
Laura