Therefore I ask that you do not lose heart at my tribulations for you, which is your glory.
Ephesians 3:13 NKJV
A couple verses earlier Paul said he had received grace for the Ephesians. Also that revelation was given to him for them to understand the mystery of God. Now he is saying that his tribulations are for their glory.
Paul understood that his life wasn’t for him. His life was to serve others.
Grace. Revelation. Mystery. Tribulation. These all came into Paul’s life and he understood they were to benefit others. It wasn’t about him.
What a way to live. Can I be this outward focused? What in my life has God given me for the use of others?
Father, Use me to bless others today. Amen.
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