Examples for Us All
Scripture – Luke 8:1-3: 1After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with him, 2and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out; 3Joanna the wife of Cuza, the manager of Herod’s household; Susanna; and many others. These women were helping to support them out of their own means.
Reflection: The actions of these women were heroic. They demonstrate what we all aspire to be. Moving quietly in the background, without getting much attention at all, they provided support for Jesus and the Twelve “out of their own means.”
This kind of humble, background service is how the kingdom is built. The church today rests on the faithfulness of countless people who will never be listed in any history books. They’re just ordinary people doing what they can do to serve Christ in their lives.
In my younger days I used to think the Lord had something great for me to do. By that I was thinking of some big, public ministry – something that would have a major impact on the world. I’ve learned He does have great things for me to do. He has used me in some wondrous ways. None of what I’ve done will make the highlight films. But what He’s enabled me to do has been truly great. He’s let me help build His kingdom. What could be greater?
An Invitation: A small group will be meeting this coming Sunday morning from 9:45 – 10:30am to share what we’ve learned and seen in this week’s readings. We meet in the Pastor’s office at Bethel Baptist Church, 13330 Trenton Road in Southgate. Everyone’s welcome to join us.
Reflection: The actions of these women were heroic. They demonstrate what we all aspire to be. Moving quietly in the background, without getting much attention at all, they provided support for Jesus and the Twelve “out of their own means.”
This kind of humble, background service is how the kingdom is built. The church today rests on the faithfulness of countless people who will never be listed in any history books. They’re just ordinary people doing what they can do to serve Christ in their lives.
In my younger days I used to think the Lord had something great for me to do. By that I was thinking of some big, public ministry – something that would have a major impact on the world. I’ve learned He does have great things for me to do. He has used me in some wondrous ways. None of what I’ve done will make the highlight films. But what He’s enabled me to do has been truly great. He’s let me help build His kingdom. What could be greater?
An Invitation: A small group will be meeting this coming Sunday morning from 9:45 – 10:30am to share what we’ve learned and seen in this week’s readings. We meet in the Pastor’s office at Bethel Baptist Church, 13330 Trenton Road in Southgate. Everyone’s welcome to join us.
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