Chosen to serve

061908:

1 Timothy 1:12 I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service,

Paul is writing to Timothy, whom Paul felt was his true child in the faith. Paul is very fatherly in this passage. Here Paul expresses his attitude of gratitude for Jesus' redemption. Paul knows that it is a privilege to be able to serve and that Christ is the one who gives him the strength to do so.

I have been feeling pretty weak lately. I feel like I'm trying so hard to wake up early to do my devotions in the morning. When I do wake up, I'm rushing my devo because I need to finish it in like 20 minutes. Also, I physically feel weary. I need to just ask the Lord to fill me with His strength. Jesus will strengthen me for the things He is asking me to do. I must remember at all times the it is a privilege to be chosen by God to serve Him. Especially, it is a privilege to be in full time ministry.

Lord, please forgive me for taking for granted the calling You have placed on my life. Heavenly Father, please help me to surrender completely to You. Lord, I need You. Help me to be filled with Your joy and strength today! Thank You for choosing me. I pray that I live a life worthy of Your calling. In the name of Jesus Christ I pray...Amen.