I once hosted a party at home and took it upon myself to prepare all the food. I thought I could handle it. Nearing party time, I realized I was wrong.

I panicked. I was so embarrassed to ask help because I had assured everyone that I would take care of everything. But I swallowed my pride and made the call to the most amiable person in the group.

She gladly volunteered to bring salad. Then she asked, “You want me to ask help from the others?” I was hesitant but eventually agreed. Since it was such short notice, people could only bring little stuff here and there. But to my surprise, at the end of the party, there was so much food left over.

God works when people share. When there’s a potluck, God gathers together what people bring and He blesses it… then multiplies it.

It’s the same with our talents, time and treasure. All we need to do is to open ourselves up and share the gifts we have. This inspires others to share themselves as well. Then our gifts spread like wildfire.

In the end, more people than we could ever imagine will be blessed. All because of a single act of selflessness.George Gabriel

R EFLECTION:

The world is hungry — but not just for food. What can you bring to the table today?

I offer my gifts to You, Lord. Use the little I have to bless many.