Devotion
for Tuesday January 15, 2019
Topic:
Your Diligence Will Sought You Out (1)
Text:
Genesis 39:1 – 6
Beloved in Christ, I want you to understand
that our enemies may strip us of outward distinctions and ornaments; but wisdom
and grace cannot and will never be taken from us. Again, they may separate us
from friends, relatives, and country; but they cannot separate or take from us
the presence of the Lord. They may shut us from outward blessings, rob us of
liberty, and confine us in dungeons; but they cannot shut us out from communion
with God, from the throne of grace, or take from us the blessings of salvation.
The above was the true case of Joseph as
we have in Genesis 37:31 – 36. Have your enemies robbed you of your
distinction, denied you your rights and love of loved ones? Never mind, God’s
presence, favour is still with you and that will make the difference in your
life. Just be diligent and remain so.
God had blessed Joseph and His presence
was with him in a foreign land and even in the house of slavery. He remained diligent
not minding what he had passed through. He never compromised his diligence. This
singled him out in the house of Potiphar. Joseph’s diligence made him a sought
out in another country where he was a slave.
Many of us usually complain about our
environment not being conducive enough to practice our Christian faith. We
complain about the people we work with; our boss, our neighbourhood, our
pastor, etc., thus using such as excuse to fail in our duties and responsibilities.
Many have left their God-given talent because they feel all around them are not
conducive and thus they have failed in their lives’ endeavours. Joseph proved
to us that we can thrive more in an environment that may not be conducive.
Arise, O child of God! God is with you in that environment. Shine for Him!
Food
for Thought:
Our diligence is noticed and appreciated when we practice it in environment
that is conducive.
Memory
verse:
Genesis 39 v 3
Prayer: Lord God, help
me to be diligent no matter where I may be because that is the only way I will
be sought out by you and men in Jesus name. Amen
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