In today’s bible readinghttps://hope14me.org/weekly-devotion/ we see that Paul had the attitude of Jesus in all the relationships He encountered such as in the city of Philippi, Paul had relationships with a jailer and his household, the city magistrates, Lydia and her household, a female slave who was tormented by a spirit, and the slave girl’s owners. Several of those people became part of the first church in Philippi (see Acts 16:11-40). His mindset was humility, giving up privilege to be a servant like Jesus, putting himself in positions where his service for Christ might even cost him his life. Paul was willing to do that because he was confident of the eternal life that Jesus came to make available for us all.
In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.
— Philippians 2:5
Jesus Christ, who is Lord and King overall, came to give us eternal life. He humbled himself and paid the price for our sin. By doing that, he made eternal life possible for all who believe in him.
Paul humbled himself and told others about Jesus so that they too would hear the good news and “acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” Our attitude toward others should follow the same pattern.
Make yourself a servant to someone today, for Jesus’ sake.
Lord Jesus, you are King of kings and Lord of lords. Forgive me for the times when I have not been a faithful servant to others. Bring glory to your name through me today. Amen.
Proclaiming the Gospel is a Non-Negotiable.
IT’S NOT A CALLING FOR SOME, BUT A COMMISSION FOR ANYONE WHO ASSOCIATES WITH CHRIST.
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