But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18
“A mirror doesn’t have much to do. To do it’s job it just must hang or stand in the right direction. You and I don’t have to do a great deal either. We need only to look to the Lord Jesus and He will make us like mirrors, and He does it so well! We don’t need to strive and try to be a blessing but just look in the right direction. Then Jesus makes us a mirror of Himself. When you get to heaven, people may say to you, “You invited me here.” Then you will ask, “When did I tell you about heaven?” You will discover that Jesus used you when you were really looking to Him.”
Corrie ten Boom (1892-1983) in Messages of God’s Abundance (Grand Rapids: Zondervan) 28-29.
Many people make resolutions each new year about things they want to do. If you want to grow in generosity, if you want to bless more people, I suggest remove the veil from your face and look at Jesus as much as possible. I don’t think you can do too much of this. I have never heard anyone say, “You are spending too much time with Jesus.” People will appreciate that you are real. They will see Christ’s love through your words and actions. You will bless people without even realizing it because your focus is on Jesus. Ask yourself as the year begins: Which way is my mirror turned?