We Are Priest

A Grace Privilege

With much imploring, begging us the favor and the partnership

in the ministry [the priestly function of giving] to the saints

(2 Cor. 8:4).

This : ministry' of giving-- a privilege and function of the royal

priesthood -- is derived from two Greek nouns in this passage:

CHARIS, meaning "grace", and DIAKONIA, from which we get

 the word "deacon." The primary meaning of DIAKONIA is in

connection with the administrative function of the local church;

but here it refers to the priestly function of giving. Giving to the

Lord is a privilege of believers only!

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."

Psalm 46:1

Lord, some days I feel weighted down by the routine. Help me

now to rejoice in Your presence.

In Christ name I pray