SERVING GOD WITHOUT RESERVATIONS (2)
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DATE: FRIDAY, 19 JULY 2024
So, beloved, when we serve God without reservations, it activates and impacts on us generational blessings. It is a journey of faith, requiring us to step out of our comfort zones and trust that God’s plans for us are good, pleasing, and perfect. Consider the story of Abraham, who, without reservation, was willing to sacrifice his son Isaac in obedience to God. His faith and trust in God’s promises led to a blessing that extends through generations. Abraham’s story is a powerful example of what it means to serve God without holding back, believing that His purposes are greater than our understanding.
SCRIPTURE: “By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going.” —Hebrews 11:8, (NIV)
REFRESHING FOR THE DAY: One of the great lessons from the story of Abraham is having true faith. True faith means stepping out without knowing all the answers. Abraham’s journey teaches us the importance of trusting God even when the path ahead is unclear. Another great lesson is having obedience over comfort. Serving God often requires us to leave behind our comforts and step into the unknown. Abraham left his homeland, his comfort zone, to follow God’s call. And finally, trusting in God’s promises. True service to God involves a readiness to give up what is most precious to us. Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice Isaac demonstrates the depth of his trust in God’s promises. Stay Refreshed!
NOTE THIS: Abraham’s faithfulness impacted not only his life but also the generations that followed. Our obedience to God can have lasting effects on our families and communities.
RESPONSIBILITY: So, beloved, ask God for the grace to always serve Him in obedience without reservations.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, we thank You for the example of Abraham, who served You with unwavering faith and obedience. Teach us to trust You as he did, stepping out in faith even when the way is not clear. Help us to prioritize Your will over our comfort and to be willing to make sacrifices for the sake of Your kingdom. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
PROPHETIC WORD: May the Lord strengthen us to serve Him without reservation, fully surrendered to His perfect plan. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
May the Lord give us the courage to step out in faith, trusting in His perfect plan for our lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
BIBLE TEXTS: Hebrew 11:8
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