I thank him who has given me strength, Christ Jesus our Lord, because he judged me faithful, appointing me to his service. 1 Timothy 1:12
Christ strengthened Paul.
For without His strength,
How could we possibly
Accomplish anything?
Christ judged Paul faithful.
Think of a court ruling.
A declaration based on Christ’s work
Not Paul’s merits.
Christ appointed Paul to His service.
A divine assignment
Matching Paul’s gifts
With kingdom work.
But not just Paul–
Every believer has been strengthened by Christ
Judged faithful and appointed to His service.
But the difference may be in our response.
Paul, overwhelmed by humble thanksgiving,
Worked tirelessly to serve Christ.
Are we humble? Are we thankful for our assignment?
Are we busy serving?