Today's Verse: 2 Corinthians 8:5 (KJV)

Wednesday, August 5, 2020

And this they did, not as we hoped, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of God.
— 2 Corinthians 8:5 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Paul was surprised at the Macedonians' generosity to the Lord's work for two reasons. First, they were very impoverished and didn't have much to share. Second, rather than viewing what they had as their own, they gave themselves to God and then to his servants who were asking for their help in ministering to others. Their example is a great reminder to us of how we need to approach our giving to help others in need.

My Prayer...

O Righteous Father and Holy God, forgive me for being selfish with the funds you have so richly shared with me. I want to give my heart and my life to you fully, not holding back anything from your will, and I ask you to help me know how to best use the blessings you have entrusted to me. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

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Illustration of 2 Corinthians 8:5 (KJV) — And this they did, not as we hoped, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of God.

About This Devotional

Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

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