03/09/2026
LAM WORLD DAILY DEVOTIONAL.
September 4th, 2026.
By Apostle J. O. Akani.
TOPIC: WHAT YOU DO TO OTHERS MATTERS (PART 1)
Text: Matthew 7:12;
Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them...”
Grace, mercy, and multiplied peace be unto you and your household in the Mighty Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who is able to do all things.
Beloved, one important principle we must understand as children of God is that the way we treat people matters. Life is not only about what we receive; it is also about what we give, how we affect others, and what we leave behind.
According to the opening scripture, Jesus said; “Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them.”
If you want kindness, show kindness. If you desire respect, give respect. If you want people to stand with you when you are going through difficult times, learn to stand with others when they need you.
Our actions are seeds, and every seed has the potential to produce a harvest.
Key Truths:
1. YOUR ACTIONS ARE SEEDS:
Nothing we do is completely meaningless. Every word we speak, every attitude we display, every decision we make, and every action we take is planting something.
Sometimes we may not realize the impact of our actions. A simple word of encouragement can give somebody strength to continue, while a careless word can leave a wound in someone's heart.
That is why we must live with understanding and be conscious of what we are planting into the lives of others.
Beloved, be careful what you sow. Your life is planting something every day.
Galatians 6:7;
“Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.”
2. TREAT PEOPLE THE WAY YOU WANT TO BE TREATED:
Jesus gave us a simple but powerful principle: treat others the way you want to be treated.
If you want love, give love. If you want forgiveness, learn to forgive. If you want encouragement, encourage somebody. If you want people to help you in your difficult season, be willing to help others when they are going through theirs.
We should not always expect from people what we are unwilling to give.
When we treat people well, we are demonstrating the love of Christ.
Matthew 7:12;
"Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
3. LET YOUR LIFE BE A BLESSING:
God did not place you in this generation only to receive from others. He has also given you something to contribute.
There is somebody who needs your encouragement. Somebody may need your wisdom. Somebody may need your support. Somebody may simply need to see a godly example through your life.
Never underestimate the power of one good deed, one kind word, one helping hand, or one sincere act of love.
When you become a blessing to others, you become a channel through which God can touch lives.
Proverbs 11:25;
“The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself.”
4. LET CHRIST BE SEEN THROUGH YOUR CHARACTER:
People may hear what we preach, but they also watch how we live.
Our character should agree with our confession of faith. Our kindness, patience, humility, integrity, and love should show people that Christ is working in us.
We should not only tell people about Jesus; our lives should give them a reason to desire to know Him.
Beloved, let your life preach.
Let your conduct speak.
Let your kindness speak.
Let your integrity speak.
Let your love speak.
Matthew 5:16;
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”
5. BUILD A LEGACY THAT WILL OUTLIVE YOU:
One day, people may remember us not only for what we achieved, but also for the lives we touched and the difference we made.
We must not pass through this world without making a positive impact.
Let somebody be better because they encountered you. Let your family benefit from your godly example. Let your church and community feel the impact of your life. Let your generation see Christ through you.
Beloved, live in such a way that your life becomes a godly heritage for those coming after you.
Psalm 78:6–7;
“That the generation to come might know them... That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God...”
CONCLUSION:
Beloved, what you do to others matters.
Do not live carelessly. Your words matter. Your attitude matters. Your kindness matters. Your integrity matters. The way you treat people matters.
Your life is a seed, and every day you are planting something into your family, relationships, church, community, and generation.
So ask yourself today:
What am I planting?
If you want to see love, plant love.
If you want to see kindness, plant kindness.
If you want to see unity, plant unity.
If you want to see encouragement, become an encourager.
If you want to see a better generation, become part of building that generation.
Let us not only talk about changing the world. Let us begin by changing the lives we touch every day.
May the Lord give us the grace to live wisely, walk in love, treat people well, and leave behind a testimony that will glorify His Name, in Jesus Mighty Name, Amen.
CONFESSION OF FAITH:
Father, Father, I thank You for the gift of life and for the opportunity to make a difference in my generation.
I receive grace to walk in love, kindness, wisdom, righteousness, and integrity. I will not be a negative influence on the people around me.
My words will encourage.
My hands will help.
My life will bless.
My character will reflect Christ.
I will sow good seeds into the lives of others, and by Your grace, my life will produce a good harvest.
I will positively affect my generation and leave behind a godly legacy that will point people to Christ.
My life is a blessing, and through me, many will experience the goodness of God.
In Jesus Able and Mighty Name.