For January 29th

“…But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” Matthew 6:3-4

      A selfless way to show gratitude to others (and ultimately to God) is by

anonymous acts of kindness. Anonymous acts are not always easy to pull off, but with

some effort and a little creativity, it can happen. And the joy the giver receives is as

abundant as the joy the recipient of the kindness experiences. Occasionally, entries in

this devotional will share ideas for showing gratitude anonymously. When you have

opportunities, try the ideas and experience the bountiful joy of blessing another in this

most selfless way. Have fun!

#1- Send a "thinking of you" greeting card, but do not sign the card and do not

include your return address.

#2- Put change in a parking meter for a spot you are not parked in.

#3- If you notice a member of the armed forces having lunch or dinner in the

restaurant where you are eating, ask your waiter to let you pay for their meal

anonymously.

If you have an anonymous act of kindness idea you'd like to share, add it to the

comment attachment on this blog, send an email to cre8dzins@comcast.net or send your idea to CUMC, East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421; Attention: Women’s Ministry Devotional