Intimacy With the Holy SpiritSample

Rebekah gave him water from her pitcher and then volunteered to water his camels.

On average, a camel drinks 140 to 250 gallons of water. That’s a lot. And he had more than one camel. That’s a lot of work! But she volunteered; he didn’t ask her to do that. I can imagine the scene: the men watching this young woman carrying water for all those camels.

Little did she know that the camels she was watering held expensive gifts for her and her family. Everyone wants the gifts of the Holy Spirit, but we must focus on giving the Holy Spirit our water—our time.

As we desire to know Him more, we should volunteer to water His camels—the local church.

Sign up to volunteer at the kids’ ministry.

Look for a place to serve, not a platform to shine on.

Do the work that maybe others don’t want to do.

The Holy Spirit is watching everything. While others are seeking gifts, you water the camels. You will be surprised how His gifts will eventually flow through you. If you water the camels, He will give you His gifts. As you serve God’s cause on this earth, He will empower you with His anointing.

The gifts of the Holy Spirit are not jewelry, but they beautify the life of a believer. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are tools for service to accomplish God’s work with God’s help.

Many people don't have these gifts because they are not passing the test of serving in the local church. The Holy Spirit wants to use us to build His kingdom. Therefore, He will test us first by watching whether we will water the camels or go on begging for gifts so we can show off. Today, many want to use the Holy Spirit to build up their name, ministry, and fame.

Focus on watering the camels; focus on working for the Lord with the gifts and talents you already have. Do the natural; the Holy Spirit will add the super to your natural.

Reflection:

In my life today, are there areas where I am serving with my whole heart? Where could I find a need and fill it?

Let's Pray:

Father, thank you for your constant love and faithfulness. I pray that you would highlight to me where I can serve the body of Christ best. Use my life as you desire. Guide me Holy Spirit. In Jesus's name, amen.

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