The Power of Secrecy

“May the Lord cause you to flourish, both you and your children.  May you be blessed by the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” – Psalms 115:14-15 Yesterday, I shared a message from the Sermon on the Mount: When we represent the Lord in our daily lives by serving others without looking for praise, God will reward us publicly. These rewards are not just for after we die; they also bring blessings in this life. Sometimes, these rewards appear as financial help, better health, or stronger relationships. I began to see that there are real rewards for following the Master’s teachings, and it is fine to act with the hope of receiving these rewards. I noticed this second significance in the Sermon on the Mount: when you act in secret, those actions carry more weight, they have more power. It’s not that we should only focus on doing things