Prayerfully Re-Center Around God
Regarding Philippian disciples like businesswoman Lydia and the local jailer’s family mentioned in Acts 16 (see Monday's Immersion), Paul wrote this prayer:
Philippians 1:3-6
I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
~ Apostle Paul,
Pondering Point
These Philippians folk went from being ministered to by Paul to also doing ministry with Paul. They went from hearing the Gospel from Paul to sharing the Gospel in partnership with Paul. This Philippian experience sets the tone for this week’s prayerful re-centering around God.
Review the Week
How are you partnering in the Gospel’s work? Who are you partnering with? When is the last time you asked God about the concept of partners and your role? How is he seeking to use you in ministry? Do you feel you know how to participate in God’s work? Does ministry of the Gospel rank high in priority for you?
Repent (if necessary)
You may have a need to repent of giving the ministry of the Gospel lesser priority in your life. Maybe partnership in the Gospel has dropped off your radar. Maybe you have unduly left ministry of the Gospel in the hands of others.
Return (as necessary)
Return to Jesus and His call on your life as Your Lord. Humble yourself before Him and again place your life in His hands. Offer your life in partnership with Him and with others as He leads you in ministry teams of 2-4, 5-15, or even church-wide.
Prayer Prompt
Create your own prayer about your walk with God, or how you would like your walk with God to be closer.