May 19, 2026 -- I Corinthians 15:58 -- Wholehearted service. To what? To whom?

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Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
I Corinthians 15:58 ESV
 
This new day stretches before you. Death has been defeated. Christ, our Savior, has taken away God’s curse against your sin. Jesus has opened the way to life. In Jesus’ resurrection power, we are called to live out our Christian faith with boldness.
 
Paul notes first off; this means Christians are steadfast resolved in our hearts and minds to serve Jesus.  Serving Jesus is not decided on a case-by-case basis depending on the circumstances. We will serve Jesus. It has been decided already, we will obey Jesus and live for Him, not matter what the day brings. Next, we are immoveable; stubbornly prepared to serve Jesus rather than being swayed by the impulses and temptations of the world. Finally, we are always abounding in the work of the Lord; that means that we will do all that is required of us, and this with joy. We are not parsimonious (ungenerous) in our work, or sullen in our attitude. No way! We are abounding in the work of the Lord knowing He has supplied and is supplying all our needs.
 
“Wait”, you might be protesting, “I don’t experience this!” Okay. Have you dedicated yourself fully in service to God, or are you 75% God’s and 25% serving yourself and your needs? Look at your life and consider what kind of fruit you are bearing. If you are selfish, worldly, or toying with being okay with your peers six days a week and one day a week appearing to be Christian, then you are not fully trusting in Jesus.
 
It is good to sort this out now, before Jesus returns. If your conscience is tweaked now, then turn to God in prayer, asking Him to reveal where you are holding on to stuff. Pray He will show you what has priority in your life, it will be something you love or more than you love for God.  If you protest God is demanding too much, then be warned, the coldness that is taking over your heart is a sign you are drifting far from God.
 
Dear brothers and sisters, those who are steadfast and immoveable, abounding in the work of the Lord, serve God with all the strength, hope and love He gives you. At the end of this day, I am sure you won’t have been able to out-give God.
 
Our Father in heaven, forever blessed be Your Name! Thank You for the life You have given us in Christ, our Savior-King. Thank You for the Holy Spirit Who is clearing out the junk in our lives, the stuff which we used to treasure in place of honouring You! Help us to be evermore devoted to, and zealous in, our service to You. Amen.
 
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