Daily Devotional
Are You Always Watching Out for Number One?
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.”
John 13:34
February 1, 2024
Ponder This
What is real love? What is Christ-like love? It is selfless love! Selfless love means not being primarily concerned about “number one.” And selfless love is real humility. Unbounded love and pride can never dwell in the same heart! Only in pure humility can there be genuine love.
Many times, we excuse ourselves when we’re irritable if we’re tired or worn out. We’ve had a hard day. People have mistreated us. And we bark and snap at people and say, “If you knew what I’ve been through, you’d understand.” But Jesus, facing the cross, still showed love. Jesus, knowing that the hour was coming when they would crucify Him, still steadfastly loved them. If your so-called love cannot stand the test of hard times, you don’t have real love. If you just love when times are good, any person can do that. But Jesus loved selflessly under extreme pressure.
- What are some excuses you make for not loving people?
- What are some ways you can selflessly love those around you?
Practice This
Practically love someone in a selfless way today.
FOR YOUR GIFT TO THE MINISTRY
Front Porch Moments by Gayle Foster
WITH KEY INSIGHTS FROM HER FATHER, ADRIAN ROGERS
I try to unplug each morning with Jesus with just my rocking chair, my Bible, and a pen.
Having a secret place is very important because I know that Jesus is always there waiting for me. I know where I can find Him! His presence is everywhere, but there are places where it is so thick you can cut it with a knife. You may not even have a front porch, but there is a secret place for you as well. God’s invitations are for anyone who will respond. There is no more important request than the one found in Psalm 27:8: “My heart has heard You say, ‘Come and talk with Me.’ And my heart responds, ‘Lord, I am coming.’”
