Daily Text Sunday, August 17 You do not belong to yourselves.—1 Cor. 6:19. Slavery evokes images of people oppressed and in bondage, whose work and sacrifices bring benefits, not to themselves, but to those who own and dominate them. Yet, Jesus indicated that his disciples would be humble servants, or slaves. There is nothing demeaning or oppressive, though, about this slavery involving true Christians. These slaves enjoy a position of honor, trust, and respect. Consider, for example, the comments Jesus made about one “slave” shortly before His death. Christ foretold that he would assign duties to a “faithful and discreet slave.” (Matt. 24:45-47) It is significant that in a parallel account, that slave is called a “steward.” (Luke 12:42-44) Most faithful Christians now alive are not among those who make up that “faithful steward.” However, the Scriptures show that all who serve God have a stewardship. Being a Slave.... There is nothing honorable about that, at least thats what you would think. But being a slave for Jesus Christ there is nothing demeaning or harsh about that, at least NOT that type of Slavery. I enjoy being a Slave for Christ, it is an honor. If those who work for the President feel privilege & honored just for temporary gain of fame, glory & Money how much more should I feel honored slaving for the Almighty who pays with eternal life in peace & harmony!! So when we think of Slavery it is NOT always BAD, because Slaving for Jehovah God & his Son Jesus Christ is the Best kind of Slavery to be committed to. Thank You Jehovah for the Privilege of being YOUR Slave!!!! Now off to My Spiritual Meeting so I can Learn to be a GOOD SLAVE!!! HAVE A GOOD DAY FB FAMILY & FRIENDS!!!! gfb
Posted on: Sun, 17 Aug 2014 19:46:54 +0000
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