God Gives Power to Obey (Oct 24)
Philippians is a joyful letter, written by Paul from a prison cell in Rome to the church he founded on his second missionary journey. Despite adverse circumstances, Philippians is an encouraging letter in the midst of persecution. There is much for Paul to rejoice about especially the church’s steadfast testimony for the gospel.
Lord, grant us Power to Obey You:. Fulfill my joy by being likeminded,
having the same love, being of
one accord, of one mind (Phil 2:2).
Don’t be selfish. Be humble, think
of others as better than yourself.
Don’t think only about your own
affairs, but be interested in others
. too…Your attitude should be the
. same that Christ Jesus had (v3-5).
Continue to work out your
salvation with fear and trembling,
for it is God Who Works in you to
Will & to Act in order to fulfill His
good purpose (Phil 2:12-13) Amen.
Lord of grace and wisdom, I want to make the Father truly happy with me by living in harmony with my Christian brothers and sisters, by loving them, and by working together with one mind & purpose to bring more people to Christ. Grant me success in this important endeavour. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Lord, work in me the desire to please You rather than to impress others. Forgive me for my selfishness and for focussing on my life, my needs, my problems. Help me to care more about others and their needs too. And help me to have a servant’s heart so that U can do Your work thro me. Amen
Lord, grateful You are at work within me to fulfil His purpose. Help me to do what is right and to obey with reverence. Help me to hold on in faith, and new power to live as I should. Wean me from the excuse that “I am too tired”, “I am too weak”… For Your strength is sufficient for whatever I am facing. Amen.