September 12
2 Corinthians 12:11-21
Impressive people called “super-apostles” had invaded the church in Corinth. These people probably looked great, were well-spoken, and had an aura of leadership that surrounded them. The problem is their hearts were far from God. They looked like Saul, the first king of Israel, who was a head taller than everyone else, and thus impressive on the outside, the problem was their hearts were also like Saul’s—far from God. These “super-apostles” made ministry about themselves rather than about the glory of God and making disciples. The Bible constantly warns us about wolves in sheep’s clothing, false prophets, and liars in our midst. Whether we are in church, our neighborhoods, or workplaces, we need to be on guard against those who might try to lead us astray. Further, we need to ensure that we are cultivating God’s heart. Paul said his desire was for strong relationships with the church and is willing to “spend for you everything” to make this happen. He also says in Philippians 2 that he poured out his life like a drink offering on behalf of others. He saw his life not as his own but as God’s instrument to be used for his glory.
We are called to be disciples who make disciples and must remain tethered to this no matter what others around us might be doing. So let us stay focused on Jesus, stay living for God’s glory, and spend our lives on behalf of others rather than ourselves.
Father God, keep me focused on you. Help me to stay committed to you, your glory, and the mission you have given to me. Amen.
How can you remember that life is not about you but to be used on behalf of others?
Impressive people called “super-apostles” had invaded the church in Corinth. These people probably looked great, were well-spoken, and had an aura of leadership that surrounded them. The problem is their hearts were far from God. They looked like Saul, the first king of Israel, who was a head taller than everyone else, and thus impressive on the outside, the problem was their hearts were also like Saul’s—far from God. These “super-apostles” made ministry about themselves rather than about the glory of God and making disciples. The Bible constantly warns us about wolves in sheep’s clothing, false prophets, and liars in our midst. Whether we are in church, our neighborhoods, or workplaces, we need to be on guard against those who might try to lead us astray. Further, we need to ensure that we are cultivating God’s heart. Paul said his desire was for strong relationships with the church and is willing to “spend for you everything” to make this happen. He also says in Philippians 2 that he poured out his life like a drink offering on behalf of others. He saw his life not as his own but as God’s instrument to be used for his glory.
We are called to be disciples who make disciples and must remain tethered to this no matter what others around us might be doing. So let us stay focused on Jesus, stay living for God’s glory, and spend our lives on behalf of others rather than ourselves.
Father God, keep me focused on you. Help me to stay committed to you, your glory, and the mission you have given to me. Amen.
How can you remember that life is not about you but to be used on behalf of others?
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