Giving Our Best to God: A Lesson from My Father

Growing up, my father was a pastor. So naturally, he wanted me to serve God too. But the way he guided me was very different from what most people would expect.

He never told me to jump into ministry immediately.

Instead, he used to say, “First become the best at whatever you choose. Reach a place where people respect what you’ve achieved. Then, if you decide to serve God, leave that behind for Him. Let it mean something.”

He didn’t want me to enter ministry because it was easy, or because it was expected. He wanted it to be a real choice. A sacrifice. Something that showed I was giving up something valuable, not settling for something convenient.

That stayed with me.

He would also talk about Cain and Abel. Abel gave the best he had to God, while Cain gave something ordinary. And God honored Abel’s offering. My father would always say, “If you’re giving something to God, give your best. Not what’s left over.”

That line stuck deep.

As I grew up and started building my career, I carried that with me. I tried to learn, improve, and do my work well. Not just for success, but because I knew one day, whatever I built could become something I offer back to God.

Now, when I look at what I’m doing, working on this project, building something that helps people connect through songs and faith, I see it differently.

This is my offering.

It’s not just an app. It’s not just lyrics in different languages. It’s years of learning, effort, and growth coming together and being given back to God.

And honestly, that makes it more meaningful.

I’m sharing this because this idea isn’t just for me. It applies to anyone.

Whatever you do, do it well. Grow in it. Give it your best. And when the time comes, offer it back to God with a full heart.

Because He deserves more than what’s easy or leftover. He deserves your best.

With love,
Sam