To Make a Difference Add This Step

Don't you love it when things fit together to bring a little inspiration? Today was one of those days! A devotional this morning was titled "And Then Some", bringing out that there is greatness in everyone, but it needs to be cultivated. The difference between the great and the mediocre, the powerful and the week, the remembered and the forgotten is to give it all you've got - and then some. The difference between average people and top people can be explained in those three words "And Then Some".

The top people did what was expected of them ... And Then Some.
They were thoughtful to others, kind and considerate ... And Then Some.
They met their obligations and responsibilities fairly and squarely ... And Then Some.
They were good friends to the people in their lives ... And Then Some.
They could be counted on in an emergency ... And Then Some.
Three little words that can transform our society. And Then Some.

Christians are called to be 'extra mile people'. As our God has a limitless supply of strength, wisdom and grace, He also equips us for every situation and opportunity. In our daily lives, as our lights shine the love and light of Jesus, may we be compelled to do what we know to do ... And Then Some!

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