Daily Wisdom: Hebrews 13:17 (KJV)

Sunday, December 10, 2023

Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.
— Hebrews 13:17 (KJV)

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

7 Related Resources by Heartlight

Hebrews 13:17
Devo: Today's Verse
"Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account. Do this so that their work..."
Illustration of Hebrews 13:17
Inspirational illustration of Hebrews 13:17 niv -- Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account. Do this so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be
Follow the Leader
Illustration of Hebrews 13:17
Inspirational illustration of Hebrews 13:17 -- Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no advantage to you.
Caught between Glory and Grumbling
Article by Phil Ware
How in the world did Moses lead in this mess? Phil Ware continues his series based on The Story and focuses on Moses' leadership and his position as the go between for God in all his glory and the constantly grumbling Israelites!
See All 7 Related Resources about Hebrews 13:17

Illustration

Illustration of Hebrews 13:17 (KJV) — Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Sunday, December 10, 2023

Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'Leadership Qualities' (1 Ti. 3:1-13)
"Dear Father, Give in whatever measure you please the qualities of elders and deacons to all your people, even to me. Help me desire tasks that are a...."
God's Holy Fire
A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
'New Life!' (Jn. 3:4-5)
""What do you mean?" exclaimed Nicodemus. "How can an old man go back into his mother's womb and be born again?" Jesus replied, "I assure you, no one can enter....."
A Year with Jesus
A devotional to help reclaim Jesus as the daily Lord of our lives.
'Wait for Each Other at My Table!'
"Dear Precious Disciple, Few things have been more important to My disciples through the centuries than My Supper. The Eucharist, the Lord's Supper,....."
Today's Verse
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
Psalm 46:1
"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble."

About This Devotional

Daily Wisdom is a free daily devotional for Christians featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.

More Daily Wisdom