Daily Scripture Threshing for Thursday, February 29, 2024
Today’s Text: 1 Corinthians 16:12-14
Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:13 (ESV): "Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong."
Times are so hard, there is no doubt; but God wants us to know that there is no new thing under heaven. It's been hard or harder for men and women of old; and they have, through faith endured and overcome. We are always reminded in scripture that "no temptation has come your way that is too hard for flesh and blood to bear. But God can be trusted not to allow you to suffer any temptation beyond your powers of endurance. He will see to it that every temptation has its way out, so that it will be possible for you to bear it" (1Cor 10:13).
God is faithful. He always supplies strength to His people. He will—at all times—do His part, but what about us? He wants us to quit like men as well. What is it that you must do as your own part? Do it, as men. You cannot control what the weather will be; what the government will do or not do. We cannot control who stays and who goes in our relationship, or church family. Outside of yourself, you actually control very little. But, what is your responsibility? Quit like men!
The phrase "quit like men" is an archaic expression that means to persevere and be courageous in the face of adversity, rather than giving up or fleeing. It's not about literally quitting, but about standing firm and being strong, like men were traditionally expected to be. In this context, God is faithful and provides strength, but He also expects us to do our part and be courageous, persevering through challenges and difficulties, just as He does.
Quote for the Day: “Courage is not in fleeing, but in facing the storm. Let your hearts be steadfast, your will unbroken, and your spirit unshaken, for it is in perseverance that we know true men." (Simon Olatunji)
Prayer: Dear Lord, give me the strength to stand firm in the face of adversity and not shrink back. Help me to be courageous and steadfast. Grant me wisdom to know when to hold fast and when to let go, and grace to always trust in Your sovereign plan. As I face my battles, may I always remember that You are my Rock and our Refuge, and that in You, I can stand — in Jesus Christ’s name. Amen.
With all my love and prayers,
Rev Simon Wale Olatunji, Ph.D.
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