At the Black Campus Ministry staff conference today we were challenged through the words of 2 Timothy 1:3-7 to remember. Remember the legacy that our families have given. Remember gifts given to us through the “laying on of hands” (vs. 6).
The gift that I instantly remembered was from a student leader at the University of Arkansas who upon first meeting me 19 years ago, laid hands on me and prayed for me to be humble. At the moment I was startled by this request and wondered why he would assume I was so prideful.
I’ve heard enough comments about my humility over these last several years that I see it as the gift imparted by this student. His gift to me enables the ministry that I do and I am so grateful.
What gift was given to you through someone else’s prayer? Take a moment to give thanks to God for them and as an extra step write them a note of appreciation for this gift.