Jesus again had been speaking in parables to prepare His listeners for ‘the kingdom of God.’ Luke 12: 37“Blessed are those servants whom the master, when he comes, will find watching…….” Verse 38 “And if He should come in the second watch, or come in the third watch, and find them so, blessed are those servants.”
Dear Lord,
I again today determine to be one of those servants whom are found watching, by my Master, Jesus Christ. I believe that You long for me as well, to be one of those awake, prepared and watching for their Master to return.
As an owner of a property is rewarded for having implemented measures to deter as best as possible, a thief from forcing entry ; so will those who live and work as if Jesus was returning that very day or night. Luke 12: 40 “Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming in an hour you do not expect.”
Thank you for Your constant guidance, love and mercy and the gift of the Holy Spirit, that I pray daily to be filled with. I long to be as You want me to be, empty of self and filled with Your Spirit, doing Your work, in Your way. Still I find myself departing from Your way, and using unkind or critical words, or listening to gossip. Jesus sets us a beautiful example of righteousness, love and living when upon earth; that in my strength alone I cannot match. But now I have found in Scripture I just have to daily invite Him into my heart, and I will be changed day by day, so I can more often reflect His love and selfless service.
Please make my life to a blessing to those I meet. Keep me centred upon You and Your love. May the Holy Spirit throughout every day, find entrance to my soul to be able to carry out the restoration and growth that I need, to be a prepared servant watching for my Lord and Saviour.
God above, praise Your Holy name, for Your works, for Your Being. We and every creature praise You as our God and Creator.
Praise, Praise, Praise!
Amen