Devotion:
Read Galatians 2:11-14.
This scripture is so important for us to keep in mind for at least two reasons. One, we need to be on guard not to get complacent and just follow the crowd or current culture. We need to think our actions through using the way of Jesus. Two, we need to be brave and bold enough to speak up and challenge others for justice and equality.
Living for Christ means continual assessment of our lives to His word. We may come under pressure to turn away from the gospel to follow trends or culture. We might be tempted to conform to the way others do things. But we must not give into the pressures of others simply for the sake of appeasement. Paul could have said just get circumcised so that there are no more problems, but Paul understood that this would not work. We cannot create our own rules. We need to follow the scriptures. This means a constant checking of our heart, our beliefs, and our actions. If Peter can be weak, anyone can be weak. We need to speak up for our convictions of justice and for those who have no voice.
Personal Worship Option:
Dear God, Help us to speak up for what we believe is just and right. Give us the courage to be bold in our faith and share it with others. You have told us to spread the good news, so guide us in that effort. Amen.
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