Tag Archives: humility

Servant of All (Mar 2)

The way to greatness is found in becoming a servant. The one who would be first must first become a slave of all. These are the principles of Christ’s kingdom. Continue reading

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Sackcloth to Joy (Feb 22)

The Christian life is characterized by joy. Not that it is always easy—it is not. But joy flows from a relationship with Christ, not from our circumstances, so it is may be found in the most unusual places—especially the difficult ones. Continue reading

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Cast All Your Cares (Nov 26)

You may be struggling now to see light at the end of the tunnel. Know that the God you serve is a God of hope. He hasn’t forgotten you. Look for his hand to rescue and strengthen you. Cast all your cares on the one who cares for you! Continue reading

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Fully Mature in Christ (Oct 5)

Why is Paul struggling and working so hard to teach and preach and plant churches? This passage makes his motivation clear. He wants the believers to grow up in their faith and become fully mature in Christ. Continue reading

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Humility (Sept 30)

Paul encourages the Philippians to imitate Christ’s example of humility. What an example it is! Continue reading

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The Spirit is Willing But . . . (May 30)

The humbling would lead to a greater dependence on God’s power rather than his own. It would lead him to seek the fullness of God’s spirit. Continue reading

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The Humble King (May 23)

The way of greatness in the kingdom is found in the towel. It is the way of the King who humbles himself to meet the needs of the servant. It is an example he intended for us to follow. Continue reading

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Second Fiddle (May 4)

Harmony in the body of Christ requires that we learn to “play second fiddle.” Continue reading

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Second Fiddle

May 4 Second Fiddle Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 65:9-13 | Judges 19:1-20:48 | John 3:22- 4:3 | Proverbs 14:22-24 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 3:22- 4:3 You yourselves bear me witness, that I said, ‘I am not the Christ, but I … Continue reading

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Servant of All (Mar 2)

March 2 Servant of All Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 34:1-10 | Leviticus 25:47- 27:13 | Mark 10:32-52| Proverbs 10:22 Today’s Scripture Focus: Mark 10:32-52 Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, [44] and whoever wants to … Continue reading

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