Since I have used this Bible passage as an example of how the Lord God has positively influenced my overeating, this doesn't necessarily reflect the whole meaning of the verse. Debbie

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Delayed Gratification???

But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, and the blind. And thou shalt be blessed for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just. Luke 14:13-14

I never was good at delayed gratification. When I had a dime, I walked to The Creamery and bought two nickel cones. I had to have them now! When I earned some money, I bought candy and flaunted it in front of my siblings. It's interesting that my idea of gratification seems to revolve around food. Hmmmm!

I've had big dinners at my house, but focused on inviting my friends and family to share in the event with me. It makes me sad to think of how shallow I have been over the years.  I have thought more about what gives me pleasure than what gives God pleasure.

It would have been easy enough to invite someone who might not have been included in a holiday meal, someone who feels alone, someone who....  I don't really want to make these changes in my shallow life just so I get a reward in heaven.  I want to do it out of love for my Savior who gave His all for me and for them. But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, and the blind. And thou shalt be blessed for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just. Luke 14:13-14

Since I am applying these Bible Verses to my life, it may not convey the whole meaning of the verses. Debbie

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