Join the Devotional Challenge!: May 1
MAY 1st
Ecclesiastes 4:12 tells us, “Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.”
When I read this verse I think to myself, “Katie, who are the cords in your life?” I have to wonder, who do I team up with when the going gets rough, who are the people that I choose to stand up with to be strong and safe?
Then I realize that no matter how I look at it, that third cord ought always be Christ. I can talk to my mom, my best friend, or Melissa. I can seek wisdom from my grandmother or encouragement from my friends. But none of that means anything if I do not recognize Christ as the third strand!
We are called to love one another and to love Christ. Let us see every relationship we have as an opportunity for accountability, as a triple-stranded cord. Our Lord is involved in every aspect of our lives, whether we choose to see Him or not. So, since He is there why not act like it? Let us be ever thankful and glad for each relationship we have and totally aware of Christ’s presence in each of those.
As the body, we are created for community. Find a friend to help keep you accountable for the next 31 days of devotionals.
You+ your friend + Christ = UNSTOPPABLE
So, let’s think about the cords in our lives, identify the strands and stand strong with them. Christ is our Lord and He saw it fit to give us community with one another.
I gotta tell ya, I’ve never been as happy as I am right now to find myself stranded and it’s because of the likes of you fine folk. Talk to you tomorrow. ☺
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