Blaise Pascal, the brilliant 17th-centry intellectual, made significant contributions in the fields of science and mathematics. He established the groundwork for the development of mechanical calculators and modern hydraulic operations.

As a young man, Pascal had a profound encounter with Jesus Christ. This life-changing experience motivated him to refocus his study from science and math to theology.

Pascal wrote a remarkable prayer that can help each believer in facing the tasks of life. He prayed: "Lord, help me to do great things as though they were little, since I do them with Your power; and little things as though they were great, since I do them in Your name."

Pascal's supplication is profoundly scriptural. Paul said, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" (Phil. 4:13) and admonishes us that "whatever you do, do all to the glory of God" (1 Cor. 10:31). Pascal echoes these admonitions to depend upon God for His power and to view every act as important, since it will reflect on His glory.

The next time you face a huge task, remember that God is your strength. And when you encounter a seemingly insignificant one, determine to do it with excellence to the glory of God.---Dennis Fisher

If you have some work to do,

Start this very hour;

You supply the willingness,

God supplies the power.---Anon.

EXPECT GREAT THINGS FROM GOD; ATTEMPT GREAT THINGS FOR GOD.---William Carey

~Nina's Corner~

I've done a lot of great things and I would like to think that I walked away from that experience as humble as I went in. But it wasn't those things that brought me the most joy, it was the little things I done in Christ's name to help others. I work with children in my free time and when I walk out of there I feel like I'm on cloud nine. I want to be known for Christ in me and for the little things I've done for others not what I've done for me.

Read: Philippians 4:4-13

Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.---1 Corinthians 10:31

The Bible In One Year:

* Philippians 1-4

* Proverbs 19:16-29

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