Q.	Lately I’ve treated people the way I’d like to be treated—being extra nice and helping out around the house. My parents haven’t noticed, which makes it feel meaningless. Is it really meaningless? Lauren, 10 New York
A.	You already know the answer to your question—of course it’s not meaningless! While it may feel good to be recognized for your good actions, that’s not why you do them. The real reason you treat people the way you want to be treated is because Jesus wants you to. And God sees everything you do (Job 28:24). Try to look at your parents’ failure to notice as a blessing. Think of yourself as a secret agent of good deeds. Keep doing things around the house and being extra nice and see how long it takes your parents to figure it out. Not only will your parents be surprised, but God will be pleased. Psalm 62:12 says, "You, O Lord, are loving. Surely you will reward each person according to what he has done." And God’s rewards are better than anything your parents could come up with. Keep up the good works, Lauren. You’re doing the right thing!
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