Day 198 · July 17

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

Priests, musicians, and gatekeepers are organized for worship. Many different assignments serve one purpose: honoring God.

Abraham is Paul’s example that righteousness is credited through faith, not earned by works.

David asks how long, yet ends by trusting God’s unfailing love.

Laziness leads toward need; wisdom receives correction.

God’s people serve in many roles, but salvation has one foundation: faith. Abraham believed God; we trust the God who fulfills His promise in Jesus.

Do I confuse serving God with earning God’s acceptance?

How can different gifts serve one Christ-centered mission?

Jesus, thank You for grace. Help me serve faithfully without trying to earn Your love. Amen.

Serve from acceptance, not for acceptance.