Your Labour Is Not In Vain
False teachers had been confusing
the Corinthians by denying the
doctrine of physical resurrection.
Paul defends the Resurrection
as a historical fact confirmed
by more than 500 eyewitnesses.
The Resurrection provides hope
for the believer’s body and soul
as well as motivates believers to
abound in the work of the Lord.
Lord, thanks for Confident Hope: For when the trumpet is blown, those who have died will Be Raised to Live Forever. And we who are Living will also be transformed… O death, where is your victory ? O death, where is your sting ? But thank God! He gives us Victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ (1Cor 15:52-57). (So)… be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labour is Not In Vain in the Lord (1Cor 15:58). Amen
Lord, in a world filled with gloomy news, thank You that Your Word holds Great Hope for the future. Someday all believers of Christ will be given new bodies. And eternal life with God in heaven is far better than what we encounter here. Thank You we can be confident for Your good plan for us and that You are in control of everything. Amen.
Lord, the sting of death is not dying but rather what happens after. Thank You for eliminating possibility of hell; but giving eternal bliss in heaven for all who believe in Christ. Because Jesus had paid for our sin and rose from the dead, death has No Power over us. In gratitude and realising importance of the gospel, help us be worthy witnesses. Amen.
Lord, we recognise that You have given us talents and gifts. They may not be something overt like teaching and singing; but skills like cooking or greeting people. For all that matters is that we use them for the Lord. God promises that Nothing done for Him will be useless. And You Will Honour us for the faithful service. Amen.