Looking Out

Monday, November 3, 2008: 1 Corinthians 10:24

Let no one seek his own, but each one the other’s well-being.
Who is the other your should look out for? This applies to other Christians in general. More specifically, to those in your Christian group or Church. Even more appropriately, those who irritate you to no end!

Tuesday, November 4, 2008: 1 Corinthians 13:4–5

Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil;
Is this a reciprocal thought? It could be, but it doesn’t start out that way. It’s a one-way street to begin with , and might never change. But keep on loving- it’s God’s way.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008: 1 Corinthians 14:12

Even so you, since you are zealous for spiritual gifts, let it be for the edification of the church that you seek to excel.
What is the normal reason to look for spiritual gifts? We tend to look for self-glorification, even in seeking after spiritual gifts: we are to look to build others up.

Thursday, November 6, 2008: Colossians 3:1–2

If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.
Isn’t it normal for a believer to look for heavenly things? Yes, as far as good intentions go. But other things common in everyday life get in the way.

Friday, November 7, 2008: 1 Peter 5:8–9

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.
Is this the battle’s frontline? There are two others: the world, the flesh and then the devil.