God Has Not Been Outdone
By: Ron Edmondson Mustard Seed Thoughts
The Lord rewards every man for his righteousness and faithfulness. 1 Samuel 26:23a NIV
I know! I know! It seems like an endless battle some days, doesn't it? Why do you have to always be the "Mr. Nice Guy"? Why can't you tell the dirty jokes and participate in the office gambling? Why do you have to love your neighbor, even though he always mows down your buttercups?
Why does your co-worker get the new promotion and the big fat raise, just because she gets to work overtime every Sunday while you're in church? How come your motto is always "Do unto others what you would have others do unto you," while it seems everyone else lives by "stick it to 'em while you can"?
Dear friend, first let me say that you are not alone in your frustration! Second, let me assure you, God understands. Third, let me convince you that God is waiting for just the right time to reward you for your righteousness and faithfulness!
God has not been outdone. G od is in control! He sees your good deeds done solely out of love and devotion to Him, and they will not be forgotten! God will reward His people!
It may be today, tomorrow, next week or not until Heaven! But, God will reward you!
How do I know? Because He said so!
And all God's people said, "Amen"!