God’s Truth for Trying Times - 11/28/21

We need God’s truth in trying times. Read the Scripture passage, think about what it is saying, then pray; by yourself or with your household. Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly (Col. 3:16).

READ: 1 Timothy 3:1

The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. - [1 Timothy 3:1 ESV] 

CONSIDER: The word "aspire" here means to desire to do something and keep desiring to do it. God chooses men to be elders and then gives them the desire to shepherd God's flock.

THINK: What does this declare about God? What are God’s people being called to do? What assurance is given? How does the Word of God transform our hearts and lives and relationships?

PRAY: Pray these verses to God as a prayer. Pour out your heart in praise to God. Pray for others. Present needs to Him.