From today’s Scripture: “If you then, who are wicked, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good things to those who ask him.”—Mt 7:11

Gifts come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes the gift is practical. Sometimes the gift is comforting. Sometimes the gift is totally unexpected. Sometimes the gift is something we didn’t ask for but ends up being what we really need. I know how much I value giving gifts to my family and friends or being there when they ask for help. As Jesus reminds us, our heavenly father is ready to be there for us, with gifts greater than anything we can imagine. All we need to do is ask in faith and be open to his will.

Let us pray: Heavenly Father, you are always ready to listen to my prayers. Thank you for the many, many blessings you have given to me. May I use these gifts to follow your will and share your love with those I meet. Amen.

Today’s author is Chris Phelps, Director of Development for Glenmary Home Missioners.

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