Scripture:
Luke 1:26-38; Acts 5:12-29
Wed, 29 June 2022

We Are the Lord’s Servants

Observation:

What are the implications of being the Lord’s servant?

Deeper Reflection
YOUNG MARY IS SUCH AN INSPIRATION AND EXAMPLE TO all Christians. Even though she did not fully understand what was happening and could not clearly see what will happen, she submitted to the Lord’s will. Even though her dreams could be shattered and her desired future lost, she submitted to the Lord’s will. Even though she would probably face people’s contempt and social rejection, she obeyed the Lord’s will for her life. “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word” (v.38). That is what it means for us to be the Lord’s servants.As the Lord’s servants in the marketplace, we will certainly face situations where our Christian beliefs and values come into direct conflict with human philosophies and worldly values. Like Peter and the apostles, we are to take a firm stand and say, “We must obey God rather than men” (Acts 5:29). Many contemporary disciples of Christ have testified that though they suffered setbacks for taking a Christian stand on issues of morality and ethics in the workplace, God has been faithful to supply them His peace, support and provision. Often, the Lord also subsequently made clear His vindication of the disciple’s choice to honour God and His Word. But even though we may well lose out in the present whatever earthly rewards that are denied, withheld or taken from us, it is really alright ultimately. Because we will one day certainly receive from our Lord Jesus Christ the promised inheritance of the children of God, which will be a reward far beyond all earthly comparison.68
68 Colossians 3:24.
Application:

How will I respond if and when God tells me to do something that entails risking my desired future or personal freedom?

Prayer:
Write a prayer to God as your response from your meditation on and application of the Scriptures.
Prayer Pointers:
  • Give thanks and praise
  • Pray for leaders
  • Pray for significant people
  • Pray for the Nations: That the nations will worship the Lord alone and rejoice in Him always
  • 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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