I Reward For A Purpose

I reward those who do good,
But there's other reasons behind it too;
I'm pleased when they do something
That they normally do not do.

People are not consistent
When it comes to doing simple things;
They'll stop praying, reading My Word
Or hold on to offerings.

Learn to control your emotions
Or live based on how you feel;
Do what's right every day -
Not just say, you will.

This is a common problem,
So I reward when you're good -
When you choose to live better,
Because you know you should.

Do something different today.
Do what your heart tells you to;
Do what you feel will make Me glad.
Grow, and do something new.

Do what you haven't done before
Or what you haven't done in a while;
And I'll send down a blessing,
Because you've made Me smile.

I reward because I'm pleased,
And that you'll notice, and understand;
I bless when you rise higher,
Hoping, you'll do it again.

Don't waver in works.
Be faithful, walking with Me;
And you'll receive greater rewards,
Because you do good persistently.


By Jennifer O'Connor