Devotion 4/23, Redeemed
Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress. Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers.
1 Timothy 4:15-16
Paul wanted Timothy (and us) to know that maturity in Christ requires genuine effort — as Paul said, “give yourself wholly to them” and “persevere in them.” Having a redemptive influence on others is hard work. While it is God’s power that transforms, our efforts are also required if others are going to see our progress as saved Christians and follow our examples serving others. God assures us that our efforts will bear fruit in our lives and lead others to salvation.
Father, please stir my confidence, courage, diligence, and determination so that I can share the salvation you have lavished on me. I ask for your strength that it can be shared with others through my words and my example. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
I pray this song lifts you up! You are Redeemed! Being redeemed, you have the opportunity to show let others see Christ in you by what you say and do and how you say and do it! What a joy they should see in your heart!
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