Power, Position, Possession

I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need.(Philippians 4:12, NRS).

Good Morning!
The world continues to remember that Diana, Princess of Wales, died after suffering massive injuries in a car accident ten years ago. People have been fascinated with her life, including her work with the poor and needy people in the world. That same year, just five days later, Mother Theresa, died. She lived amongst the poorest of the poor to touch and change their lives. While the world grieved these women, their power, position, and possession were continually compared. That said, it seems the point of living was missed: purpose.

The Apostle Paul determined that living is not whether or not we have power, position, and possession but living purposefully for Christ. He writes that his circumstances were not the point but how he managed them for Christ. This point is clear in Ephesians 4:1--“I, therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called.”

Fulfillment of purposeful living comes from knowing and serving Christ.

Determine your purpose today: How can you live purposefully for Christ in your circumstances?
Intentionally develop an awareness of the presence of Christ.
Choose to focus on purposefully serving Christ.

Learning with you to purposefully live for Christ regardless of the circumstances,
Kerrie
(All devotions written by Kerrie Palmer ©2007 All Rights Reserved)