Written by Robin Wiley for Offertory Devotional January 14, 2017.

Back in 2017, my husband Scott, was going over physics problems/questions with Hannah regarding the MCAT exam she was preparing to take one month that year.

One example that really resonated with me, was how he explained density – by giving her examples of practical things we are used to – such as the saying “the tip of the iceberg.” You know that saying, right? You are only seeing “the tip of the iceberg” with that person. or the way this team is playing, you are only seeing “the tip of the iceberg.”

The tip of the iceberg – if you were actually looking at it scientifically and factually -the tip is only 10% of the iceberg. The other 90% you do not see – it’s under water.

Isn’t that amazing? Same could be said with the ministries we do here at FBC. You give 10% and you might see only 10% if you just only come on Sundays and/or Wednesdays – you are only seeing 10% of what our ministries do during a week. The other 90% that you might not see are the many other soul care activities we do – such as visitations we do almost every day, counseling sessions, music practices, researching and writing sermons, Bible studies and lesson plans, prayer warriors, food pantry, warming station when it’s cold, CYBL and many, many other things – too many to list here.

There is a lot going on with “being the church.” So whatever amount you give, whether it is your time, your tithing or your talents – it is supporting who the church is in Christ.

Be blessed this week and bless someone else!

Prayer:

Father God, You are in control even when we don’t see it. As you said in Isaiah 55, “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” (8-9) How can I be of service to You today, Father, to help further Your kingdom here on earth. Use me as your vessel, let your Spirit speak to my heart. Thank you for Your never-ending love. In my precious Jesus’ name – Amen.