Devotion 12/6, Word of God
Your faith in God has become known everywhere. 1 Thessalonians 1:8
In his letter to the Thessalonians, Paul reflects on the powerful effects of influence in this young church. Through Paul and his companions they were introduced to Jesus and, in turn, began to reflect Jesus themselves. Listen to what Paul says in verse 7: “You became a model to all the believers in the surrounding area. . . . The Lord’s message rang out from you . . . your faith in God has become known everywhere.” Talk about influence!
Think about your own faith journey and who has influenced you. Who made Jesus real to you? And how about your own influence? What would it look like for the good news of Jesus to ring out from your life today?
Dear Jesus, may our lives be so open to the influence of your love and forgiveness that we bring that same influence to all the people in our lives and in all the places we go today. In your name we pray. Amen.
This song is from the Word of God. The lyrics and referenced verses are perfect for those hurting, suffering and lost and should be a constant reminder for each of us.
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