A Word for Today

DON’T BE MOVED

READ PSALMS 57:1 THROUGH 60:12; ACTS 20:1–24

The apostle Paul suffered many things as he traveled throughout the ancient world preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. He was beaten, stoned, imprisoned, and even left for dead. He had to be on guard for his life at all times, but he never stopped spreading the good news of salvation.

“However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace” (Acts 20:24).

Paul didn’t allow the obstacles in his life to move him away from his mission. He didn’t even count his own life important enough to stop working for the kingdom of God. He determined to finish the course set for him.

Like Paul, we must not allow the temptations and problems in life to keep us from following Christ and sharing the gospel.

Challenge for Today: Are you facing an obstacle in your walk with God? Spend time in prayer and reaffirm your mission. Don’t allow the difficulties in life to move you. Keep going.