Sep 27 2024

Afternoon Bible Verse

For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.

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Jesus was the perfect example of how to live selflessly. Throughout Scripture we see numerous examples of Him serving the needs of others. He went out of His way to talk to people whom everyone else avoided. He healed people of diseases and showed compassion to the needy.

Do we live a life that could be considered selfless? It's important as followers of Jesus that our life looks different from the rest of the world that doesn't serve God.

As difficult as it can sometimes be, we should always consider the needs of others. We remember how we felt as children when someone else got the last cookie or piece of cake. It was disappointing. We thought life wasn't fair! As adults, we should live in a way that makes us willing to share our last cookie, or be willing to give someone else the coat off our backs.

We should be generous in how we serve other people. Instead of doing the minimum of what we think God wants of us, we should do more, without hesitation.

And we should be joyful when we serve others. There is no point in being selfless as a follower of Jesus if we do it begrudgingly. It should bring us joy to share God's love.

Jesus set the ultimate example of selflessness. With His help, we can also serve others in a way that honors God.

Afternoon Prayer

God, every day I'm presented with opportunities to serve you. My prayer is that I would serve others with a selfless heart. Help me to put the needs of others before my own. I want to be generous and giving in how I serve. Let me be an example of serving others with joy that encourages other believers to do the same. Give me the confidence I need to be willing to live out my faith by serving your people. In Jesus' name, amen.

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Sep 26 2024

Yesterday Afternoon's Bible Verse

This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. :

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Yesterday Afternoon's Bible study

This afternoon's verse in Galatians is reminiscent of an Old Testament verse, Genesis 39. It is the story of a young man named Joseph, who was in charge of a wealthy man's estate. The owner of the estate, Potiphar, was a captain in the guard for the Egyptian king.

Whenever Potiphar wasn't around, his wife would tempt Joseph. But Joseph had a desire to serve God, and he did not give in to the temptation. Even though the woman continuously pursued him, he always resisted. If he became tempted, he ran away from her. Joseph was led by God and refused to allow temptation to pull him away.

Each of us faces temptation daily. This can come in the form of overeating, spending too much money, lying, or giving into addictive habits. On our own, we are powerless. With God's Spirit leading us, we are unstoppable in our relationship with Him.

Before we encounter temptation, we should have a plan of how we will handle it. We can't wholly avoid temptation, but we don't have to let it lead us away from God.

God can give you the strength to fight sinful desires and help you live a life of godliness.

Yesterday Afternoon's Prayer

Dear Lord, you know the temptations I face every day. Sometimes it's challenging to choose Your ways over my own. I need your Spirit to guide me so I don't wander away from you. God, You know what is best for me. Help me to clearly see every situation through your eyes so that I can always glorify you with my actions. You can give me victory over temptation. Thank you, Lord. In Jesus' name, amen.
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