Daily Devotion – An Anointed Life

“The holy garments of Aaron shall be for his sons after him, so that they may be anointed and ordained in them.” – Exodus 29:29 NASB

As God called men to serve as priests, He wanted them to realize that this was no ordinary position. This was serious. They needed to realize that they were being called to be His representatives.

In this position, He was not just interested in their words and actions. Even their garments were consecrated and holy, symbols of God Himself. And each priest was to wash and be cleansed before putting on these garments.

Aaron and his sons were the first to wear these special garments. But these were not personal possessions. They were to be passed down from generation to generation. Each man would be reminded of his heritage and his special responsibility to represent God.

Sadly, throughout the years, some failed to take these responsibilities seriously. We think of the sons of Eli, “worthless men” who used their position for their own benefit (1 Samuel 2:12-17).

These same principles apply today to every part of our lives. God gives each person unique gifts and resources. We all have a special calling to serve Him. We are to remember that He blesses us that we might bless others. And He calls us to be good stewards of His gifts.

Remember that you are God’s servant. Remember His special calling for you. Commit your life to fulfill this calling. Seek to serve Him faithfully with the resources He gives you. And seek to bring Him glory!

Prayer
Father, thank You for Your calling. Help me to be faithful. I commit my life to You. Use me for Your Kingdom. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Extended Reading: Exodus 29

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Daily Devotion – Partnership

“As for Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker among you; as for our brethren, they are messengers of the churches, a glory to Christ.” – 2 Corinthians 8:23 NASB

Paul knew that his ministry was a partnership. He couldn’t do the work alone. He needed others. Writing to Christians in Corinth, he described Titus as his “fellow worker.” Titus merited this position because he had been “tested and found diligent” and proven trustworthy (v. 22).

Paul stressed partnership in an earlier letter to this same church where there were divisions. Some were loyal to Apollos while others favored Paul. But Paul said divided loyalties must be eliminated. Everyone needed to work together.

Using the analogy of crops, Paul described how some watered while others planted. But it was God who caused the growth. Using the same word he used to describe Titus, Paul said that we are God’s “fellow workers” (1 Corinthians 3:4-9).

Paul was reinforcing the principles Jesus taught. The world may urge us to think first about ourselves but, in God’s Kingdom, rewards are given to everyone who contributes in any way. As Jesus said, “He who receives a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet’s reward” (Matthew 10:41).

Each believer is important. Each believer has unique gifts. And we are to work together in harmony as fellow workers and partners.

Seek to fulfill God’s call on your life. Seek to serve Him and the body of Christ. Invest the resources God has given you. He knows your heart and what you do. And He will reward you based on your faithfulness.

PrayerFather, use me to impact lives for Your Kingdom. Help me to be a faithful servant and a trustworthy partner. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Extended Reading: 2 Corinthians 8
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