Awakened to Deliver – Week 9, Day 3: The Purpose of God’s BlessingsWelcome to Awakened to Deliver, a podcast from Fishtok4Jesus Productions. In today’s episode, Jeff Fish explores the purpose of God’s blessings. They are not just for our personal benefit but are meant to glorify God, build His kingdom, and bless others.Our key verse for today is Genesis 12:2 (NASB 2020):“And I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you, and make your name great; and you shall be a blessing.”Episode Highlights• Key Verse: Genesis 12:2• God blesses us to glorify His name – Every blessing is an opportunity to reflect His goodness and mercy.• Blessings are kingdom-oriented – We are called to use our gifts, resources, and time to advance God’s mission.• We are blessed to bless others – Like Abraham, our blessings are meant to impact those around us and future generations.• Biblical examples of purposeful blessings – Abraham, Joseph, and others show how blessings are tied to God’s greater plan.• Our response matters – Stewardship, gratitude, and generosity are essential in using God’s blessings for His purposes.Scripture References📖 Psalm 115:1 – Blessings should bring glory to God, not to ourselves.📖 Matthew 6:33 – Seek first God’s kingdom, and He will provide for our needs.📖 Proverbs 19:17 – Giving to the needy is lending to the Lord, and He will reward us.📖 Genesis 50:20 – Joseph recognized that God’s blessings, even through trials, were for a greater purpose.📖 1 Peter 4:10 – We are to be good stewards of the gifts God has given us.Practical Takeaways1. Glorify God with Your Blessings• Use every gift and resource to reflect His goodness.2. Invest in God’s Kingdom• Serve, give, and share the gospel as part of His mission.3. Be a Blessing to Others• Look for ways to use your blessings to help those in need.4. Practice Stewardship• Manage your time, talents, and resources wisely.5. Cultivate Gratitude and Generosity• Recognize God as the source and respond with thanksgiving and giving.Which of these steps can you apply in your life today? How can you align your blessings with God’s greater purpose?About This SeriesThis week’s focus on blessings reminds us that God’s gifts are meant to be used for His glory and to bring His love to the world. Recognizing the purpose of blessings allows us to live with greater faith, gratitude, and generosity.Stay Connected📲 Social Media: Follow Jeff on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook at @Fishtok4Jesus📚 Resources: Find Jeff’s book 30 Days of Patience and other ministry content through his LinktreeSupport This MinistryThis podcast is listener-supported! If you feel led to partner with Jeff in spreading the Gospel, consider donating through Jeff’s Linktree. Your support helps make this ministry possible.🎵 Music Credits🎶 “Paphos” by MountaineerLicensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.Call to ActionIf this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, rate, and review Awakened to Deliver on your favorite podcast platform. Share this message with someone who needs to understand the true purpose of God’s blessings! 🙌✨

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