Scripture:
John 10:7-10; Psalm 27:4
Mon, 22 August 2022

God’s Gift of Life

Observation:

What does it mean to “have [life] abundantly” (v.10)?

Deeper Reflection
LIFE IS A GIFT FROM GOD. JESUS CAME TO GIVE HIS PEOPLE life abundantly (v.10). It is life that is superior in quality, because it is lived in relationship with Jesus.27 We must responsibly steward this one life that we have received from God. In his one life, the Psalmist sought the one thing that was most valuable to him: “One thing have I asked of the LORD, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life…” (Psa 27:4). The Psalmist wanted above all to be in the presence of God. Our greatest treasure is the gift of life in Christ. How can we live well and not waste our life? Many people seek worldly treasures, educational attainments, career achievements, family happiness, children’s accomplishments, personal wealth and pleasures. These things can be legitimate pursuits, but they will never fully satisfy us. What ultimately satisfies our souls and meets our deepest needs is our relationship with God. Flowing from that vital and most important relationship, we should then lay up for ourselves treasures in heaven (Matt 6:19-20) by seeking first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matt 6:33). One way to do that is to step up to serve in church ministry. This involves giving ourselves – our time and energy – in self-giving service to others in order to build up God’s Church for God’s glory. In this way we will steward well this most precious gift from God and not waste our life. “Only one life, t’will soon be past, only what’s done for Christ will last.”28
27 Such a life is “more than one would normally expect or anticipate” (per NET Bible Notes), or “rich and satisfying” (per NLT), or “real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of” (per MSG). 28 From a poem by Charles Thomas Studd: www.cavaliersonly.com/poetry_by_christian_poets_of_the_past/only_one_life_twill_soon_be_past_-_poem_by_ct_studd
Application:

What must I do to live well and not waste this one life that God has given me?

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Your Son Jesus Christ into the world to give His life in order to save sinners so that they may have life abundantly. I am one whom You have given eternal life – never-ending life in relationship with You. Please help me by the empowering of Your Spirit to live this present life in faithful stewardship and self-giving service for Your Kingdom and glory. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer Pointers:
  • Give thanks and praise
  • Pray for leaders
  • Pray for significant people
  • Pray for those in need
  • Pray for self

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Daily Devo
Daily Devotional Journal
Sun, 31 December 2023

Sunday Journal

Past Week’s Review
  • What was my high point and my low point for the week?
  • What gave me life and what drained me?
  • How was the Spirit of God at work?
Reflect

What is one key thing that God said to me this week in light of what has happened?

Respond

What is one thing I need to do in light of what God is saying?
Commit in prayer.

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