May 6th, 2023
Let’s read Philemon for the 3rd time in 3 days. Why? It’s not enough for you to read the Word; the Word must read you. What is God saying to you from your reflection on the letter of Philemon?
The Lord God said, “IT IS NOT GOOD FOR MAN TO BE ALONE…” (Genesis 2:18). This means the Creator ‘hard-wired’ you for relationships. Notice the apostle Paul is in prison, but he is not alone.
‘Zoom in’ to Verses 1, 23- 24. Who is WITH Paul in his imprisonment? He is not alone! God brought friends to refresh Paul in his challenges.
Pause and reflect – Who in your traffic patterns is going through challenges that you can refresh? Pray – “Speak, Lord, your servant is listening…”
Who has ‘refreshed your heart through love?’ (Vs.7) Send a text of gratitude to this one.
Closeness in relationships is by experiencing and expressing mutual care for one another. This is God’s design! (See Romans 5: 5)
No Comments