If you work in an office or anything close to it, you know the candy bowl is a big deal. Some candy bowls are just for looks, some candy bowls are filled with leftover Halloween goodies, but then...some candy bowls are the reason candy bowls exist.
Around my office, there is a lady that is well-known for her candy bowl. She puts out the good stuff and everyone finds a reason to meander by her desk. I have found a reason to walk by for the sole purpose of grabbing a Reese's peanut butter cup. I won't deny it. The thing is, this lady doesn't seem to care that people are taking her good stuff. It makes her happy. Her true motive for putting out such great candy is to give it to others.
Around my office, there's another lady that is well-known for her candy bowl. She puts out some yummy specialty chocolates, but once you've taken a candy...you are afraid to go back. She gives you a look that says, "Taking a piece of my valuable chocolate collection, are you? Well, didn't you take once last week?" You know what I mean - the kind of look that makes you want to run and hide. I tried to tell myself that I could still take a chocolate when I went by her desk, but I couldn't bring myself to do it. She had "spoken" clearly and I think everyone knew it.
Around my office, there's me. I am not well-known for my candy bowl because I don't have one. Chalk it up to lack of motivation, time or just plain forgetfulness - I have yet to purchase or find a candy bowl to fill up with treats. I think about it from time to time but I haven't done squat. I have all of this potential and I REALLY want people to come by with the intent of taking from my candy bowl...but that won't happen until I get a stinking candy bowl. :-)
In life, which one are we? As believers, we are supposed to give off the beautiful aroma of Jesus Christ. Are we generous, loving and full of care for others. When someone really needs us, do we still have that same charm and spirit? Do we merely look like Christians offering the "good stuff" yet we don't extend ourselves beyond our comfort zone? Or, do we not reveal our Christianity to others because we are too tired, lack motivation or whatever or the reason?
I want to have the biggest candy bowl with the most amazing candy in it. I want my candy to be accessible to all and I want to have a gracious smile when someone takes from it. I also want my life to full of the "good stuff" ready to give to others so they can in turn do the same.
Now, I just need to find a candy bowl...
