Cast Your Bread Upon the Waters

Eccl 11:1

Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days.

KJV

 
 

This may seem like an allusion that is difficult to understand, but it refers to sowing seed in marshy areas or in the floodwaters of the Nile River. When the water receded, it grew well. So, how does this apply to us today? It is simply telling us to give when we see little chance of return. We should spread the Gospel even when we see little response. We should give to those who are less fortunate than we are even when it doesn't seem to do any good. We should share what God has blessed us with even when it's difficult.

 
 

Lord, help me to be willing to share. Help me to spread the Gospel. Help me to realize that it will do good even if I can't see it. Help me to selflessly cast my bread upon the waters and trust You for the return.