Give What You Have

Have you ever wrestled with the thought that you don't have what it is that someone is in need of? Some peoples needs may seem too great. The job may seem to big.

This morning while reading the Word, I found myself being greatly convicted. See, the truth is, that through the power of the Holy Spirit, I have been given exactly what each person is in need of. That is the name of Jesus!

Acts 3:6 reveals to us a statement that Peter made when he came across a crippled man. He said, "Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk."

We don't need to have "stuff" to help solve peoples issues. We need to speak the name of Jesus. Jesus. What a powerful, authoritative name that is. Jesus. The name that holds healing, deliverance and the name that sets captives free. Jesus. The name above all names.

In verse 7 something else is revealed that Peter did. "Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man's feet and ankles became strong." Peter used the name of Jesus and he put to work his faith as he reached out and took hold of the man helping him to get back on his feet again.

I think that is what we are to do also. Use the name of Jesus, and then put forth our faith by reaching out as we help others to get back on their feet again.

There are people out there crippled that need to hear the name of Jesus and to see the manifestation of the power of His name in their lives. They also need someone who is willing to reach out and help them to stand up and to help strengthen the path beneath them so that they can walk upright again. Give what you have, the powerful name of Jesus and your helping hand.