At a conference for teachers, I recently heard several teachers jokingly say they got into teaching for the "money and fame." Even though we may joke about having money or being famous, these are the keys to happiness or even truly being likable. Having a good name - one associated with caring, kind, and compassionate actions - can have a much bigger impact!
When we look at our impact on the world, we don't have to measure that impact on the amount of money we have or how much we have donated. We can make a positive impact through our actions. These actions build a good name, but we shouldn't just be concerned with our names. We need to act with love, care, and compassion to bring glory to God's name. It is in His good name that we can join together and work for His eternal kingdom!
Have a good name by following God and working for His good name!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for all the blessings that You have given me. Help me to continually follow You and to bring glory to Your name. Through Jesus I pray, amen.