Sowing Good

Galatians 6:10 "As we have therefore the opportunity, let us do good to all men, especially unto them who are of the household of the faith."

Often we are told in the Bible to do good.  The phrase "do good" is sometimes a subjective phrase unless an explanation is attached to it in the surrounding context.  The word "good" means pleasant, agreeable, joyful, and excellent.  God is saying we are to bring this quality of life to all men when we have the opportunity to do so...especially our brothers in Christ. Then in case we do not understand when and to whom we should do good we find it explained in verses 1-6. 

• In verse 1 the "good" referenced is in restoring those that have been "taken in a fault" which means helping those fallen in sin to recover.
• In verses 2-4 the "good" is about helping those that are burdened by life's hardships.
• In verse 6 the "good" is described as "communicating unto him that teacheth" which is to help in the support of those that have dedicated themselves to teaching God's people His truths.
• In verses 7-9 we are reminded/warned that if we fail to sow these "spiritual seeds of good" toward all men, especially other Christians, we will reap accordingly. Also to expect good from God when ignoring the needs of others is to mock God.

The Christian life is far more about how we have treated others and less about attempting to create some sort of pristine vessel of obedience (on the outside) to be lifted up for His glory (really man's glory!).

God help us today to take advantage of every opportunity we have to do right by others that we may sow the seeds of goodness in their lives raising their quality of living.