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TAKE UP THE CHALLENGE

Jesus taught that all scripture testifies about him so that in him we might have life (John 5v39-40). King David taught that it is only by living according to God's word that we're kept on the right path (Psalm 119v9). What then could be better than reading the entire Bible? Click the menu to read about the program, choose a month or Bible book - or just work through the blog posts day by day.

(478) 24 April: Proverbs 22v22-23 / 1 Timothy 5:17-6:21 / Psalm 104v1-4

BEGIN WITH PRAYER
"Lord open my eyes and my heart."

Read slowly so that you take in. And as you do, turn your heart to God, thanking him for the good you discover and praying his will home for you, your family, your church and the world.

Wisdom to chew on
Understanding to grow in
Further instructions for church life. Elders who lead churches are to be respected, but also rebuked when they have sinned. And sin should be shunned by all, knowing it will be revealed in judgment. Slaves (or employees today) are to respect and serve their masters well. Moreover, everyone is to learn contentment, so they are not led into sin out of a desire to become wealthy. And those who are wealthy, are to be generous, sharing what they have, and so storing up heavenly treasure. Through all this Timothy is to set an example of being godly, gaurding the gospel, and persevering in faith and service, mindful that Jesus will one day appear and is to be honoured. As you read note what is a particular challenge to you.
1 Timothy 5:17-6:21

Finish this reading by pausing to ask yourself:
1) What’s the main thing it teaches me about God or his purposes in Christ? Then praise him for this.
2) What’s the main thing it teaches me about his will for me or the world? Then pray that home.

Devotion to offer up
You could read this aloud and perhaps as a springboard to further prayer.