Scripture:
1 Thessalonians 2:4, 6; Galatians 1:10
Thu, 24 February 2022

A True Servant of Christ

Observation:

What characterises a true servant of Christ?

Deeper Reflection
“NO SECRET OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRY IS MORE IMPORTANT than its fundamental God-centredness”68 – where a person who serves God is tested by God, approved by God, trusted by God and is seeking to please God. With regards to pleasing God in his life and ministry, Paul gives particular attention to two contrasts, which are common enticement and ensnarement to us: “to please man” (v.4) and to “seek glory from people” (v.6). It is true of us all that in all that we do, we desire to see accomplishment in terms of good or even great results. And oftentimes, the results that we desire to see are visible and tangible. As they are, these things are not necessarily right or wrong. However, the problem arises when behind these things is the inner seeking to please people – human approval; and seeking glory from people – human applause. And quite inevitably, comparing and competing with others become part of the problem. The test is, how do I feel about myself, what do I think of myself and how do I respond, when the results of what I have done – having done my level best – turn out to be poor, along with judgment and criticism from others? Like Paul (Gal 1:10), ask ourselves two self-examination questions: “Am I now seeking the approval of man or of God? Am I trying to please man?” Is this my conviction of what a true servant of Christ is: “If I were still trying to please man, I will not be a servant of Christ”?
68John R. W. Stott, Thessalonians, 50
Application:

How do I deal with the temptation or struggle with seeking human approval and human applause?

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 Outreach/Missions/New Life leaders: To serve God according to
  • His will and to His glory
  • 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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