Month: June 2021

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2 [4] On the contrary, we speak as men approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel. We are not trying to please men but God, who tests our hearts.

Observation: Most of my life I needed approval from others whether it was my parents, family or other people around me. I would do whatever it took to get praise from people or even make up stories to impress others. Since I received Jesus as my Lord and Savior I’m doing better but far from where I should be.

Application: Before I do or say anything I just see how it affects my relationship with God. I should be a joy to God I want Him to look forward to being with me as I am with Him. I should be doing things that bring a smile to His face and live a life that pleases him.

Prayer: Dear Lord I strive for the day I meet you face to face and may I live my life in such a way that when I do see you I will hear the words I so desperately what to hear, “ Well done good and faithful servant.”

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1: [3] We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.

Observation: Obviously I didn’t go to the church of the Thessalonians, because that doesn’t describe me. Sometimes a work out of guilt, labor for recognition and I have a difficult time enduring. I do want to be the servant that pleases His master, but I’m so caught up in myself instead of God and others.

Application: I need to strive to do more work knowing that God will bless what honors Him and give me success. When I labor I need to labor out of love for my Father and for others so that it honors Him. I need to endure this race I’m in so that I finish well and remember I’m not running alone, but with Jesus by my side.

Prayer: Dear Father increase my faith that I will work for you with all my heart and that my labor will be out of love for you and others. Stay by my side has I continue to run this race until You tell me it’s over.