TODAY'S RHEMA 1 Corinthians 16:14 Let all that you do be done with love.
As a new member of Sunday school ministry, Willow was so excited in her doing to serve God. Unfortunately, she observed her ministry leader was indifferent towards her. Willow was not bothered about that and kept going. Instead of feeling upset, she did her best to make the Sunday school a better place for God and the kids. The love she had for the kids increased her creativity. She took some of her savings to buy materials to make a puppet and bought candies for the kids. The kids felt so glad and Sunday school atmosphere became interesting. Willow experienced great harvest as Sunday school attendance grew from 10 into 259.
This world teaches you to strive to have a better and happier life and to gain respect. There is nothing wrong with this school of thought, but if you live a self-centered life, you will become an empty soul. When you face difficulties and people disrespect you, you will be vulnerable to feel disappointed, angry, or even caught in the middle.
On the other hand, when you do something based on love for God and people, that love becomes your greatest motivation to work at its best. When people surrounding you do not seem to care, you will not be angry or become judgmental. When there is no one to appreciate or praise, you will not be disappointed. Instead, you will keep working. Just believe that whatever you do for love will not be in vain. You will reap God's favor, winning souls, and also God's promotion to the next level. You will experience an extraordinary life with God: an impactful life, as well as fruitfulness in the kingdom of God. REFLECTION Saudara Terkasih, Working with love becomes the greatest motivation for you to give your best in anything. APPLICATIONS 1. Take some time today to define your exact motivation for work. 2. What will you receive when you work with love? 3. How can you start working for love despite anything that happens in your life right now? TODAY'S PRAYER "My good Father, I thank You for the great love that You have showered on my life. I long to commit to working with love; so I can give our best for Your kingdom. Thank You, Lord, in the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen."
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