EXCITING SERVICE

BIBLE PASSAGE:
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve
others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If
anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words
of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God
provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus
Christ. To him be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.”
(1 Peter 4:10-11)

MEDITATION:
The Lord has given an amazing responsibility to those whom
He has saved. He has called believers to be His servants and
continue His work here on earth.

Think about how remarkable this is:
    Almighty God, who needs nothing and can do all things, actually
    invites us to share in what He is doing to draw people to Himself,
    to bring His children to spiritual maturity, and to care for those
    in need.

Being a servant of the Lord requires putting ourselves under His
authority, listening to His instructions, and carrying out His
commands. In our own strength, this task is beyond our abilities,
but when we are walking obediently with Him, He supplies all that
we need.

The Father never gives assignments for which He will not equip His
children. He begins by developing Christlike character within us.
Then, as we cooperate with His Spirit, God transforms a self-centered
heart into the heart of a servant who delights in meeting the needs of
others.

To further enable Christians to do His work, the Lord gives them
spiritual gifts, which are to be used for the benefit of others. With
specific assignments in mind for each believer, the Holy Spirit
bestows the precise gifts needed to accomplish God’s purposes.

ACTION:
The invitation is issued; the strength and ability are provided.
All that is needed are some willing servants to participate in the
most exciting adventure on earth. Join with the Lord in His work,
use your spiritual gifts, and make an impact for Christ in this world.
Give the Holy Spirit control of your words and actions.

Pray,
“Heavenly Father, thank You for considering me valuable
enough to be used by You. Thank You for giving me the
Holy Spirit to assist me in serving You and navigating a
sinful world. Thank You for the unique spiritual gift You
have given me to use in answering Your call to serve. I pray
that You will continue to develop a righteous spirit within
me so that I can become more like Jesus.”

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