“It’s good to be blessed. It’s better to be a blessing.”
– Unknown

When life feels smooth, it’s easy to say we’re blessed. But sometimes, especially in midlife, we compare our blessings to what we see others post online—vacations, grandbabies, or “perfect” families—and begin to wonder if we’re missing out.

But what is a blessing, really? It’s more than just having a good day or something going our way. Pastor Warren Wiersbe gives a definition that reminds us of God’s purpose behind every blessing:

“… a gift from God that glorifies His name, helps His people and through them reaches out to help others who will glorify His name. God blesses us that we might be a blessing to others.”

Psalm 67 talks about blessings from God. It is a short Psalm—only seven verses— but it holds a powerful truth:

May God be merciful and bless us. May His face smile with favor on us.
May Your ways be known throughout the earth, Your saving power among people everywhere.
May the nations praise You, O God. Yes, may all the nations praise You.
Let the whole world sing for joy, because You govern the nations with justice
and guide the people of the whole world.
May the nations praise You, O God. Yes, may all the nations praise You.
Then the earth will yield its harvests, and God, our God, will richly bless us.
Yes, God will bless us, and people all over the world will fear Him.
-Psalm 67 (NLT)

The first verse asks God to be gracious to us and bless us—but the Psalm doesn’t stop there. It connects God’s blessing to a greater purpose: that His ways would be known throughout the earth, and that the nations would praise Him.

In the Old Testament, the Israelites sang this song during worship, asking God to continue showing them blessings. But their desire wasn’t just for personal gain—they longed for other nations to come to know and worship the one true God.

“But you are my witnesses, O Israel!” says the Lord.
“You are my servant. You have been chosen to know me,
believe in me and understand that I alone am God.
There is no other God—there never has been, and there never will be.
-Isaiah 43:10 (NLT)

Their role was to be witnesses to the world. But how?

And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you?
He requires only that you fear the Lord your God,
and live in a way that pleases him, and love him and
serve him with all your heart and soul. And you must always
obey the Lord’s commands and decrees given to you today for your own good.
-Deuteronomy 10:12-13 (NLT)

By living according to God’s ways, the nation of Israel would be continually blessed. Through their lives, other nations would see that there was no god like the God of Israel. They would desire to know Him—and receive His salvation.

That was the purpose of this worship song the Israelites sang long ago.

And today? That calling continues.

As Gentile believers (everyone not of Jewish descent), we have been brought into God’s family through Christ. By His death and resurrection, we’ve received the gift of salvation. And now:

We are part of God’s chosen people;
We are called to live as His witnesses.

As Christians, we are asked to obey the Lord, live in a way that pleases Him, love Him, and serve Him with all our hearts and souls. When we trust and follow Him, we receive blessings—sometimes material, sometimes spiritual or emotional. But here’s the crucial truth: God blesses us so that we can bless others.

When we open our hearts and hands to share what He’s given, others can see that God cares for His people. That opens the door to conversations about faith and hope in Christ.

This has made me reflect: What are my blessings from the Lord that are meant to be shared? Here are just a few:

1.  Time – Because I don’t work a full-time job, I have more time flexibility. I use it to write encouragement and share God’s Word, and I also volunteer in ways others may not have the margin for.

2.  Creativity – God wired me to create—and while I express that through writing, I also find joy in paper crafting. Handmade cards have become a tangible way to speak life and encouragement into someone else’s day.

3.  Stewardship – By being frugal and wise with our household needs, I’m able to share generously through giving—whether to ministries, individuals, or small ways that make a big difference.

What Gifts Has God Placed in You?

As midlife women—whether retired, working or caregiving—we can sometimes feel like our season of “usefulness” has passed. But friend, that’s not true in God’s Kingdom. He continues to bless, equip, and invite us to be a part of His work—right here, right now.

So how are you using your blessings?
What gifts or experiences could you offer to someone else today?

Live it Out

• Make a blessing list. Write down specific ways God has blessed you—spiritually, creatively, and practically. Be honest and intentional. Ask, Which of these can I share?
• Pick one to give away. Choose one blessing—your time, a talent, or a resource—and find a simple way to offer it to someone else this week.
• Pray with purpose. Ask God to show you where your blessings meet someone else’s need. Be open to His leading, even if it stretches you.
• Encourage another woman. Send a note, card, or message to someone who might need a reminder that God sees her. Use your creativity to reflect His love.

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Disclosures: Wiersbe quote from “Be Worshipful: Glorifying God for Who He Is,” a study of Psalms 1-89.)
Scriptures marked NLT are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW LIVING TRANSLATION (NLT): Scriptures taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW LIVING TRANSLATION, Copyright©1996, 2004, 2007 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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