And said, Cornelius, thy prayer is heard, and thine alms are had in remembrance in the sight of God.
A God that hears our prayers and recognizes our giving. What does this verse and of scripture allow us to see?
What is the extended vision of this passage?
We see a God that is actively looking over the prayers and godly deeds of everyone.
Within my structure of my faith, I was taught to pay tithes and offerings. I was also taught to pray. I have heard many of the messages of seedtime and harvest and I believe them. My teachers would be happy to see my record, though not perfect. I have been moved many times to give more than I could afford. Even so, after I gave, all of my obligations were still met. God was there looking at what I prayed and what I gave. He then gave me increase.
Cornelius received the word of the Lord and received the Holy Spirit. He and his whole household were saved that day. What was astonishing to the onlookers, they were "Gentiles".
God takes the prayer and giving to extend to Corneilus and his household eternal life. How much more room will our gifts and prayers make room for us? What will God do with your prayer and giving?
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