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Friday | July 10
This Week's Focus:
As followers of Christ, we are to look to Him instead of to other people. Keeping our eyes on Jesus allows us to enjoy Him more now and forever.
As followers of Christ, we are to look to Him instead of to other people. Keeping our eyes on Jesus allows us to enjoy Him more now and forever.
Scripture
Scripture Helps Us Hear God And Live His Truth.
Be With Others
So far this week we have focused on ourselves individually. Remaining focused on Jesus so that we are not consumed with the comparison of me vs them.
Yet, as Christians, we are to care deeply for those around us. Not just those who are our friends and colleagues, but also those who are strange to us and far from God. This is where Paul's exhortation to the Romans comes in. Stay focused on Jesus that you may not lose sight of what is important, and be tenderhearted and show mercy.
By focusing on Jesus we remain protected from becoming distracted. As we grow closer to Him and become more like Him, we mature in our ability to have empathy for others without becoming absorbed in comparing what we have or do not have.
Yet, as Christians, we are to care deeply for those around us. Not just those who are our friends and colleagues, but also those who are strange to us and far from God. This is where Paul's exhortation to the Romans comes in. Stay focused on Jesus that you may not lose sight of what is important, and be tenderhearted and show mercy.
By focusing on Jesus we remain protected from becoming distracted. As we grow closer to Him and become more like Him, we mature in our ability to have empathy for others without becoming absorbed in comparing what we have or do not have.
Reflection
Reflection Helps Us Pause, Listen, And Let God Speak To Our Hearts.
- Can I be genuinely happy and joyful for someone when they achieve or receive something?
- How is God maturing me to care for people I come into contact with?
Weekly Memory Verse
Read It Once A Day. Let It Shape How You Think And Pray This Week.
"Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else."
Galatians 6:4 NLT
Galatians 6:4 NLT
Prayer
Through Prayer, We Talk To God And Listen For His Guidance.
Lord, help me to see everyone around me the way you see them. As I go about my day, remind me to be focused on you. I praise you for all you are doing in my life! Amen.
Come Back Tomorrow
Join us tomorrow as we explore the theme of leaving a legacy and mentoring.