Video of the Day: Clip from the 1981 movie “Raiders of the Lost Ark”
Bible Verse of the Day:
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. 11 If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen, 1 Peter 4:10-11.
Biblical Connection:
Harrison Ford was a subpar professor in his first appearance as Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark. However, when Jones left the classroom and went into the field as an archeologist, he was quick on his feet. Synonymous as the man with the fancy hat and whip, Harrison Ford spent 3 decades building upon the legend of this fictional character. This Hollywood success story serves as a great life lesson to find your areas of strength.
Peter wrote today’s passage in the book of 1 Peter to encourage suffering Christians who endured persecution in the first century. One of Peter’s words of advice is to become faithful servants in local churches. The best way to apply this is to discover gifts and talents that God has blessed each individual. If you’re not sure about your areas of strengths, taking a spiritual gifts assessment may be helpful. Sometimes people with the gift of discernment can see gifts that you never noticed.
Closing Song:
I was over 40 years old before my greatest gift was unveiled to me. I attended a Discernment Conference a few days after losing my job as a teacher. During one of the active learning exercises, a few adults from church shared insights. After putting these thoughts together, the Holy Spirit revealed that I have the gift of writing in the Spirit. A few days later, Express Yourself 4Him was conceived. This is what can happen when you find out your areas of strength.
by Jay Mankus
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