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WISDOM DIGEST FOR TODAY 22/1/2025.

Topic: SERVE WHILE YOU WAIT

Bible verse: "...Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord..." Colossians 3:23

Jesus teaches us that waiting does not mean inactivity but purposeful service. During His earthly ministry, Jesus modeled how to serve while trusting in God’s timing. Even though He knew His ultimate mission was the cross, He spent His waiting years healing the sick, feeding the hungry, teaching the crowds, and discipling His followers.

1. IN HIS EARLY LIFE: Jesus waited 30 years to begin His public ministry, but during that time, He was obedient to His earthly parents, worked as a carpenter, and lived faithfully before God (Luke 2:51-52). He demonstrated this trait in the following ways:

2. DURING HIS MINISTRY: Even when the journey to the cross was set before Him, Jesus served tirelessly, putting the needs of others above His own. He washed the feet of His disciples (John 13:14-15), healed multitudes (Matthew 14:14), and showed compassion to those who were marginalized (Matthew 9:36).

3. ON THE CROSS: Even in His greatest moment of suffering, Jesus served. He forgave His executioners (Luke 23:34), provided for His mother (John 19:26-27), and offered salvation to the thief beside Him (Luke 23:43).

Jesus’ example reminds us that waiting is not wasted when it’s spent in service to others. By focusing on glorifying God and helping those around you, you can make your waiting seasons fruitful and meaningful.

APPLICATION TO YOUR LIFE:

Use your waiting season to serve others and glorify God. How can you make your waiting productive?

1. Reflect on areas in your life where you feel stuck or impatient. Instead of dwelling on the delay, shift your focus outward. Ask yourself:

-- Who around me needs encouragement, support, or help today?

-- What can I do to reflect Christ’s love while I wait for God’s plans to unfold?

By serving others, you grow in patience, humility, and faith. You also draw closer to Christ, who came not to be served but to serve (Mark 10:45). Waiting becomes a time of growth and ministry when you choose to focus on others instead of your own frustrations.

ACTION STEPS:

1. Identify one way to help someone else today, focusing on their needs over your own impatience.

2. Look for small acts of kindness, such as helping a neighbour, encouraging a coworker, or supporting a family member.

3. Volunteer your time to a ministry, charity, or someone in need.

4. Spend time in prayer for others, asking God to bless and strengthen them.

As you serve, remind yourself that you are working for the Lord, not just for people. Let your service be an act of worship, reflecting the heart of Christ.

PRAYER:
Lord Jesus thank You for Showing us how to serve faithfully while trusting in the Father’s timing. Even as You waited for the cross, You poured out Your life for others, showing love, compassion, and humility. Teach me to follow Your example by using my waiting season to glorify God and bless others. Forgive me for the times I’ve been consumed by impatience or self-focus. Open my eyes to the needs of those around me, and help me to serve with joy and faithfulness, as unto You. Amen."

Welcome to a beautiful day. God will bless you today beyond your expectations.

Yours Pastor Olanrewaju G L.