Blessed When We are a Blessing

A prayer of St. Teresa of Avila

Christ has no body but yours,

No hands, no feet on earth but yours,

Yours are the eyes with which he looks

Compassion on this world,

Yours are the feet with which he walks to do good,

Yours are the hands, with which he blesses all the world.

Yours are the hands, yours are the feet,

Yours are the eyes, you are his body.

Christ has no body now but yours,

No hands, no feet on earth but yours,

Yours are the eyes with which he looks

compassion on this world.

Christ has no body now on earth but yours.

We are indeed blessed by God! His love, His grace, and the gifts we receive from him are a bundle of blessings. Even the worst criminal, or a person like Job with a multitude of physical problems can find blessings in their life if they know God. Even those who don’t acknowledge God can find some blessings.

God’s love and blessings are meant to be shared. God calls us to be his hands and feet on earth. But here is the secret you will discover when you reach out in help and hope: you will be blessed with greater measures as you blessed others. Not in thanks or stature, but in the feeling that you are in partnership with God.

Have you experienced that good feeling when you help others, not for show or profit but to please God? That feeling of love and warmth towards those you help. That is a blessing that shines on through you.

And so, you receive the blessings of being a blessing to others. Try it for yourself and discover your blessings.

Are you dealing with storms of life, struggling with problems, illnesses? FPC's Stephen Ministry is here to help.

Stephen Ministers are regular people who have been trained to provide one-to-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life. Meet with a trained compassionate Stephen Minister who will help you cope at this difficult time. Talk to Pastor Ben or call the church office (608) 949-9445 for more information. All conversations are confidential.

Prayer Requests

To have a prayer request added to our Deacons' weekly prayer request list, click the button below.

Pastoral Care Needs

Your pastors want and need to know how they can be a help to you and your family. Pastors want to pray for you, or can also pray with you. For pastoral care needs, please email Pastor Ben or call the church office directly at (608) 949-9445.

This is FPC's weekly eDevotion.

If you wish to unsubscribe, use the link below.