Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Christ--our coach, The Holy Bible is our playbook, We are the "team"

7-18-12.pngI (Valorie) did not write the following devotional.  It was written by a lady from the Tuesday Bible study at my church.  I felt it was quite worthy of reposting.  




If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you. Truly, truly, I say to you, a servant is not greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him.” John 13:14-16(ESV)
Ever wanted a private tutor for life? How about someone who would coach you on the fundamentals and help you understand the team strategy? We have the best coach ever - Christ Himself. When you study His ministry, you’ll see He led by example and left behind the best playbook. He didn’t pick a certain economic background to minister to; He helped everyone. He also didn’t place a lot of emphasis on material things; He was basically homeless. He was the King of Kings but had no problem being the servant washing someone’s feet.
Below are some keys to living the Christian life as exemplified by Christ Himself:
  • Have a quiet time every day-Mark 1:35
  • Serve others and never think more highly of yourself- John 13:14-16
  • Love one another-John 13:33
  • It’s okay to grieve and cry-John 11:35
  • Don’t judge others-John 8:7
  • Be obedient to God’s will-Luke 22:42
The Bible is our guidebook through life. It’s better than Barnes & Noble because in one book you have love stories, poetry, history, self-help, marriage, parenting, and relationship advice. We just have to take the time to study it and get the tips directly from our Coach on how to live the Christian life.
“Dear God, Thank You for being our coach, mentor, teacher, and tutor by sending Your Son to be the example to follow. May we study His life and strive to live it out in our own lives.”
For His Glory
Katrina RedmanTRBC Coffee Break

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