Commended to the Word

Introduction

Paul was saying goodbye. He knew he might not see these believers again, and he had one thing left to give them. He did not hand them a programme. He handed them to God and to the Word.

Teaching

Think about who Paul trusted with the people he loved. He commended them to God, and to the word of his grace. He put the two together because God builds His people through His Word.

Grace here is more than a nice feeling. It is the message of what God has freely done for us in Christ. That word has power in it. It is able to build you up.

People come and go. Even Paul had to leave. But the Word stays with you. On the days nobody is around to encourage you, it can still strengthen you.

A culture of devotion starts here: you decide that God's Word is not an extra in your day. It is what your life is built on.

Reflection

Who or what do you lean on most for spiritual strength? What would change if you gave the Word a fixed time every day this week?