Fruit of My Lips

Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise - the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Hebrews 13:15-16

Peaches are one of my favorite fruits to eat. I just love biting into a juicy peach that fills my mouth with flavor. There is nothing like discovering a peach that has been picked at the peak of its season and knowing that you've had the pleasure of eating it at its true appointed time.

Once I have eaten my delectable peach, my desire to purchase more sets in. I eagerly anticipate my next purchase of these ripe juicy peaches from the store. My mind goes crazy with thoughts of how I can contain this fruit and share it with my friends and family. Baking a peach pie or cobbler, fruit salad, smoothies, are just a few of the things that run through my mind as I plan my next purchase.

Knowing Jesus and sharing Him with others is a lot like sharing the ripe juicy peaches. Once you have discovered Jesus and tasted His goodness, you want to share him with others. Your lips are full of praise and thanksgiving to God for sending His son, to this earth, at His appointed time, to die for your sins. Allowing others to hear from your lips about the sweet things of Jesus is a small sacrifice that pleases God and bears continuous fruit for others to enjoy.

Heavenly Father, may the fruit of my lips bring you glory, honor and praise as I share with others about you today. In Jesus Name, Amen!

Marty Girardier