Scripture:
“I, too, try to please everyone in everything I do. I don’t just do what is best for me; I do what is best for others so that many may be saved.” 1 Corinthians 10:33 NLT
Observation:
Paul is writing to the Corinthians here and is speaking about what is lawful and what I practical, especially concerning eating and drinking. His conclusion was that he didn’t do things that would cause offense with someone else. In this particular verse he says he “tries” to please everyone in everything, and doesn’t just do whatever he wants. He lived his life with others in mind because he wanted them to be saved.
Application:
Sometimes we have think of others and how our desires and appetites affect them. Our lives are being watched and we need to demonstrate a life well-lived to those around us. We will never please everyone, but everyone should be in our mind when we make decisions. As a believer, I have to say no to some things that I feel are okay because I don’t want to offend someone who is younger or less mature than I am. I can’t live only for myself.
Prayer:
Father, let me live in such a way that I help people to see Jesus. Help me to live my life as a demonstration of Your love. Help me to live my life with others in mind and not just my personal desires and conclusions. Teach me to love well. Let my life be an example to those around me instead of an offense.
Yours,
Jeff
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