A servant performs duties for others and is often associated with someone who is employed as domestic 'help' or as a personal attendant. God calls us to be a servant to others. Today we are looking at Isaiah 50:1-11 to learn how we can reach out as a servant to someone who is weary. These verses start off by asking, "Where is the certificate of your mother's divorce." Isaiah 50:1 Divorce is a word that has lost its sting even though it is hurting and destroying the relationships of many husbands and wives. You might have experienced the pain it has brought into your marriage. If not, it … [Read more...]
Do You Feel Unqualified?
Mary knew she was unqualified instead of equipped but simply laid her life down for God to use in any way He chose. You can too! Digging Deeper: Luke 1:26-38 Key Verse: Luke 1:38a Then Mary said, “Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word.” Mary knew she was unqualified and inadequate as she stood listening to the angel. Gabriel was giving her an astonishing announcement like he had previously given Zachariah. Zachariah was in total disbelief and asked how he would know that his wife, Elizabeth would conceive a baby. Mary, on the other hand, … [Read more...]