Good Morning!
Lisa's tweet: LMRMinistries: Acts 9:36-42 ~ Dorcas - so loved b/c she gave to others. God decided her time wasn't up - bet she went right back to serving! How do u spend your time?
Tabitha or Dorcas as it is translated, was a true servant of God. She sewed and helped the poor in any way she could. The scripture says that she "always" did good and helped the poor. We don't know her age or what happened, other than she got sick and died. We also don't know how long it was before Peter came to the house and was taken to the room.
The faith of those that went and called Peter was strong. They probably told Peter of what had happened, but Peter went and saw the women mourning the death of Dorcas. He asked everyone to leave and then he took to his knees and prayed. There were no lights and or commotion, just prayer! Peter said three words, "Tabitha, get up." and Dorcas got up (with Peter's help). He presented Dorcas to the believers and widows that were there and she was alive.
What thoughts do you think went through the mind of Dorcas? She was a true servant of God. It says she "saw Peter and sat up." She was probably ready to serve him and all those with him.
How do you spend your time? How are you serving in the Kingdom? Are you serving "inward" or "outward"? Remember the ministry we have been given - to share the Good News with all those that do not know! How will you serve today?
Happy Friday!
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