Posts with the category “servanthood”

11/8/2024“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”– Philippians 2:3 (NIV)In our world, self-promotion, personal success, and the quest for validation are everywhere. From social media highlights to career ambitions, it’s easy to fall into a mindset focused on advancing ourselves. But Philippians 2:3 calls us to a different path, one of...  Read More

10/19/2024“For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: ‘The righteous will live by faith.’” - Romans 1:17 (NIV)In Romans 1:17, Paul highlights an incredible truth: God’s righteousness is revealed through the gospel, and this righteousness is accessed and lived out by faith. This scripture reminds us that righteo...  Read More

9/30/2024"Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind."— Ecclesiastes 12:13 (NIV)Today’s verse is the culmination of Solomon's reflections throughout the entire book, where he searches for meaning in life. After exploring wealth, pleasure, wisdom, and work, he concludes that all human pursuits are "meaningles...  Read More

9/29/2024"Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers." - Galatians 6:10 (NIV)Paul’s letter to the Galatians is one of exhortation and correction, calling the believers in Galatia to return to the truth of the gospel. Paul is emphasizing the importance of living out our faith through good works, but he roots this in the...  Read More

9/10/2024"Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other."— 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 (NIV)In this passage, Paul encourages the Thessalonian believers to honor and respect those who labor among them in the Lord—those who ...  Read More

9/6/2024"Do not rebuke an older man harshly, but exhort him as if he were your father. Treat younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, and younger women as sisters, with absolute purity."- 1 Timothy 5:1-2 (NIV)In this passage, the apostle Paul gives Timothy, a young pastor, practical guidance on how to relate to various members of his church community. Paul emphasizes the importance of trea...  Read More

8/17/2024"Be merciful to those who doubt;" — Jude 1:22 (NIV)Doubt is a common experience, even for the most faithful among us. In moments of uncertainty, when the path forward seems unclear, doubt can creep in, challenging our beliefs and shaking our confidence. Jude, in his brief but powerful letter, reminds us of our responsibility toward those who are struggling with doubt. He calls us to respo...  Read More

8/10/2024"Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done."– Psalm 105:1 (NIV)In this verse, we find a powerful call to action that centers on gratitude, testimony, and the proclamation of God's goodness. The psalmist begins with a command to "give praise to the Lord," reminding us that gratitude should be a fundamental posture of our hearts. When we recog...  Read More

7/27/2024"Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses."— 1 Timothy 6:12 (NIV)As believers, we are called to engage in the good fight of faith. This isn't a call to physical battle but a spiritual struggle against doubt, fear, and the temptations of this world. This fight is against th...  Read More

7/17/2024"The mouths of the righteous utter wisdom, and their tongues speak what is just.”- Psalm 31:30 (NIV)In times of trouble and distress, it can be easy to lose sight of God's love and faithfulness. We may feel like we are surrounded by our problems, like we are in a city under siege. But even in the midst of our struggles, God is there, showing us the wonders of his love.In this verse, we ar...  Read More

6/18/2024Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.- James 1:27 (NIV)In this single verse, James captures the essence of true religion in the eyes of God. He highlights two crucial aspects: compassionate action and personal holiness. These components form the foundation...  Read More

5/19/2024Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." - Acts 2:38 NIVActs 2:38 captures a pivotal moment in the early church's history. Peter, empowered by the Holy Spirit, speaks to a crowd on the day of Pentecost, urging them to repent and be baptized. His message is clea...  Read More

5/11/2024"But Ruth replied, 'Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God.'"- Ruth 1:16 NIVIn this poignant verse, we witness Ruth's unwavering loyalty and commitment to her mother-in-law, Naomi. Ruth makes a powerful declaration to her mother-in-law. Her words echo a profound devotion...  Read More

4/5/2024“In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one.”- Ephesians 6:16 (ESV)In the spiritual battle of life, we are not defenseless. Just as a soldier equips themselves with armor before entering the battlefield, so too are we called to prepare ourselves with the armor of God. Among this spiritual armor, the shield of faith ...  Read More

3/28/2024"If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet." - John 13:14 ESVToday is Thursday of Holy Week, a day when we remember the Last Supper and Jesus' ultimate act of love and service to his disciples.In this passage, we are reminded of Jesus' profound act of humility and service to his disciples. We read the story today of us Jesus, the So...  Read More

3./24/2024"So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, 'Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!'" - John 12:13 ESVIn the jubilant celebration of Palm Sunday, we witness the significance of Jesus Christ's arrival in Jerusalem. As the crowds spread their cloaks and palm branches before Him, their cries of "Hosanna" reverberate ...  Read More

3/16/2024"Even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Matthew 20:28 ESVAdmittedly, many of us prefer to be served rather than to serve others. We crave the feeling of significance and being esteemed over the humility of serving. Yet, while God has indeed bestowed upon us uniqueness, importance, and His own image, His children cannot exem...  Read More