Paul, a bondservant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God’s elect and the acknowledgment of the truth which accords with godliness. . .
Titus 1:1 NKJV
Bondservant. That’s how the apostle Paul described himself when he wrote to Titus. Other Bible translations say Paul referred to himself as a servant, God’s slave, and Christ’s agent.
For Paul to refer to himself in this way took a lot of faith and trust in God. Why? Because it meant he was willing to completely surrender his life, will, authority, ministry, and control, into the hands of the one who held it all: his heavenly Father.
Paul continues the chapter by talking about the qualities necessary for leaders in the church.
Let this reading be an opportunity to take some time for personal reflection and inventory. As you do, consider the word bondservant. In what areas in your life do you believe God is calling you to step out in faith as you trust and serve Him? Ask God to remove any barriers that are in the way of your complete surrender to Him. Then pray that God may show you how to serve Him not in your own strength but in His.
Jesus, I desire to serve You and Your kingdom. Please show me the areas where I’m falling short and replace it with faith to trust You. May Your grace abound as I begin anew in partnership with You.
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Today’s reading was adapted from Daily Wisdom for Women: 2019 Devotional Collection with permission from Barbour Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading was written by an anonymous author.