THE UPPER ROOM DEVOTIONAL 15TH JANUARY 2025, WEDNESDAY MESSAGE
Read The Upper Room Devotional 15th January 2025 written by David Balthrop (Kentucky, USA)
TOPIC: Choosing to Serve
Today’s Reading
1 Corinthians 12:4-11
Jesus said, “Who is greater, the one who is at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one at the table? But I am among you as one who serves.” – Luke 22:27 (NRSVUE)
TODAY’S MESSAGE
As I grew older, playing guitar, which had been my passion since the age of 13, fell by the wayside. When I was younger, I played in bands and would “rock out” nearly every night. But I stopped having time for the hobby, and ultimately I lost touch with the instrument altogether.
A few years ago, when I was 61, a friend who played with our church’s contemporary praise team approached me and asked if I would be interested in joining. I was nervous. Could I play anymore? If so, would I be good enough?
I took a chance and attended a rehearsal. I held back, lowered my volume, and waited to see if I could add to the music. The group was welcoming, patient, and kind. They supported me, and eventually I became a member.
I now have a better understanding of what Paul meant when he wrote, “There are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit.” What we bring to the church is not as important as simply bringing something. God can speak through whatever we bring.
Today’s Prayer
Dear God, thank you for the gifts you give to each of us and for the opportunity to serve alongside others. Amen.
Thought for the Day
How am I using my gifts to serve God?
Prayer Focus
Musicians
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