Promoted to Servant* Romans 1:1-7 Orchard Devotions In the business world, a job title can be extremely important. We often evaluate one another and evaluate our own level of success by the significance of our title. Many employees have even been known to trade an increase in pay for a more important title. The Apostle Paul received his call into the Kingdom of God in a very dramatic fashion. While on his way to Damascus, a light from Heaven flashed around him. (Acts 9:3). Jesus spoke directly to Paul and told him exactly who He was. A few days later Jesus said of Paul: This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings and before the people of Israel. (Acts 9:15). With this endorsement, Paul could have chosen any title he wished - maybe Gods Chosen Instrument or Chief Name Bearer of God. After all, his new boss was the Creator of the Universe. But once Paul developed a close relationship with Jesus, he saw Him as being in very nature God (Philippians 2:6), but at the same time as one who made Himself nothing, taking on the very nature of a servant. (Philippians 2:7). With this understanding of his boss, Paul was proud to receive his new title. Romans 1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God. There is no greater title in Gods Kingdom than: Servant of Christ Jesus - no more significant job description than: Set Apart for the Gospel. There are many openings in the Kingdom of God, but there is only one available title. Our Heavenly Father is offering us a grand promotion. Lets put aside our desire to be in charge and proudly be promoted to Servant. *By Steve Troxel, Gods Daily Word Ministries godsdailyword.org Today: What does it mean when you read the words “promoted to servant?” Devotion prepared by Bill Bridgman
Posted on: Mon, 04 Nov 2013 14:27:52 +0000
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