Instructions

These are short devotional thoughts to accompany a daily Bible reading. The readings are arranged for a chronological reading of the scriptures. I am reading the Today's New International Version. However, it should work with any version. It is my prayer that it will encourage reading of God's word, and inculcating the teachings into daily living. May His richest blessings be with you!

Sunday, December 16, 2012

December 16



Colossians 1-4, Philemon
The apostle Paul sets the example for any who desire to serve the Lord and His church.  He’s in prison, using the circumstance as an opportunity to promote the gospel, and then takes the time to minister to those whom he has served in the past.  This is putting the greatest commandments into practice.  Loving the Lord by fulfilling His commission (Matthew 28:18-20), and then loving one another.  What better way to demonstrate our love than to be interested in their spiritual walk?  Seizing opportunities to share what we have learned in the Word, and encouraging others as we see growth in their lives, are practical demonstrations of our love that distinguishes our sincerity as something tangible and real.

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