John 15:14-31
Jesus Promises the Holy Spirit
In this passage, Jesus tells his disciples that within all believers, is the Holy Spirit, who will give us peace of mind and heart and teach us everything the Father wants of us. I know this is true as I have personally felt the Holy Spirit touch various aspects of my life and I have felt his presence during worship.
Titus 2:1-10
Promote Right Teaching
"Let your teaching be correct, so that it can't be criticized."(8)
This particular passage is about being a role model to others. Not just forging ahead full speed, but being methodical so as to ensure no one can "back stab" you and allow your mis-step to misrepresent God's goodness.
Father, as I step out to be your servant, please protect me. Unfortunately, I worry alot, I know to leave these worries at your feet and in your hands. I ask for your strength and wisdom in these days to come as I know Satan's army will be knocking on my door.
Showing posts with label courage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label courage. Show all posts
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Saturday, September 10, 2011
The Courage to Say Grace
John 12:20-36
Jesus Predicts His Death
In this passage, Jesus tells the people that the Son of Man will die, so that we can all become children of the light. His death will bring glory to God.
2 Timothy 4:1-4
Preach the word of God. Be persistent, wheather the time is favourable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke and encourage your people with good teaching. (2)
The passage continues with people wanting to follow lies, to follow what is pleasing to their own ears, rather than what is meant by God. I see this in our acts of selfness and greed. I'm always seemingly cautious when bringing up God, here I am asked to not do that. If God is central in my life, He will show himself through me at all times. I should not be afraid or embarrassed to share my love of Him with everyone...
I should feel OK to pray before my meal in the staffroom... Father, I pray that you give me the courage to do this openly without feeling awkward so that I can do what is right in your eyes.
Jesus Predicts His Death
In this passage, Jesus tells the people that the Son of Man will die, so that we can all become children of the light. His death will bring glory to God.
2 Timothy 4:1-4
Preach the word of God. Be persistent, wheather the time is favourable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke and encourage your people with good teaching. (2)
The passage continues with people wanting to follow lies, to follow what is pleasing to their own ears, rather than what is meant by God. I see this in our acts of selfness and greed. I'm always seemingly cautious when bringing up God, here I am asked to not do that. If God is central in my life, He will show himself through me at all times. I should not be afraid or embarrassed to share my love of Him with everyone...
I should feel OK to pray before my meal in the staffroom... Father, I pray that you give me the courage to do this openly without feeling awkward so that I can do what is right in your eyes.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
To Serve Humbly and To Shout Out God's Name
Luke 22:24-30
From the Last Supper
In this world, we have rulers and bosses, people who order others around. In the kingdom of Christ, the one who has the greatest power serves his people. This tells me that our God is a loving one. If I am to follow Christ, I am to follow His example. I am to serve others regardless of my "status" and to serve with a humble heart as an extension of His love for me. If this passage were alive in me, I would serve others with a smile and go above and beyond what is expected of me, not thinking about "personal gain". I believe God is telling me to not let others change who I am. In reflecting back, I have been serving others with a humber heart, but I know that my judgement has been clouded and I know that I have not been serving the way Christ would want me to. I thank God for this message and I pray for strength and for forgiveness for I have strayed off the path...
1 Thessalonians 2:14-3:4
From Paul Remembering His Visit
Paul emphasizes that God is our pride and joy. Non-believers will persecute us for leading others to Christ. This passage tells me that the road to follow Jesus, is not an easy one, but God is worth it. I must be more courageous and let God work through me. Do not resist, and listen for God's voice. God is showing me this because I have been chickening out... instead of being an "open" Christian, I have become a "closet" Christian. I do not act like a proud follower of Christ at work. I morph into the "social norm". I ask God for courage to be His witness and wisdom with His word to share with others and protection from the evil one at work.
From the Last Supper
In this world, we have rulers and bosses, people who order others around. In the kingdom of Christ, the one who has the greatest power serves his people. This tells me that our God is a loving one. If I am to follow Christ, I am to follow His example. I am to serve others regardless of my "status" and to serve with a humble heart as an extension of His love for me. If this passage were alive in me, I would serve others with a smile and go above and beyond what is expected of me, not thinking about "personal gain". I believe God is telling me to not let others change who I am. In reflecting back, I have been serving others with a humber heart, but I know that my judgement has been clouded and I know that I have not been serving the way Christ would want me to. I thank God for this message and I pray for strength and for forgiveness for I have strayed off the path...
1 Thessalonians 2:14-3:4
From Paul Remembering His Visit
Paul emphasizes that God is our pride and joy. Non-believers will persecute us for leading others to Christ. This passage tells me that the road to follow Jesus, is not an easy one, but God is worth it. I must be more courageous and let God work through me. Do not resist, and listen for God's voice. God is showing me this because I have been chickening out... instead of being an "open" Christian, I have become a "closet" Christian. I do not act like a proud follower of Christ at work. I morph into the "social norm". I ask God for courage to be His witness and wisdom with His word to share with others and protection from the evil one at work.
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