CAC Living Water Daily Devotional For March 2, 2025 : Topic - Integrity In Your Work (II)

CAC Living Water Daily Devotional For March 2, 2025 : Topic - Integrity In Your Work (II)

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CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH

THE LIVING WATER (January-December 2025)

DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE

DATE: Sunday, March 2, 2025.

TOPIC: INTEGRITY IN YOUR WORK (II)

MEMORISE :- And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men (Colossians 3:23).

READ:- Philippians. 4:1-9

[1]. Therefore, my beloved and longed-for brethren, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, beloved.

[2]. I implore Euodia and I implore Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord.

[3]. And I urge you also, true companion, help these women who labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life.

[4]. Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

[5]. Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.

[6]. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;

[7]. and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

[8]. Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.

[9]. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you.

EXPOSITION

Honesty is not just a virtue, it is the cornerstone of integrity. To cultivate integrity, one must recognise its pivotal role in relationships, as it fosters respect, loyalty, commitment and trust. Courage is indispensable in this pursuit, as integrity often demands taking risks and facing disadvantages. Assessing one's interactions in various spheres, such as workplace, community and even in the Church, reveals where true integrity lies. Are you more at ease with non-believers than with fellow Christians? Do your thoughts dwell on positivity and goodness? Seeking guidance from mentors who exemplify integrity and seeking honest feedback about our reputation contribute to personal growth. Evaluating how we are perceived in our current roles prompts reflection on our legacy. As Paul advises under inspiration, focusing on noble, just and commendable actions enriches our character and reputation (Php. 4:8), ensuring that our influence endures beyond our current positions.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Pray for the grace to work with integrity in your office, business and all you do, in Jesus' name.

2. Pray for the leaders of God's people that they will be open, principled and accountable in the ministry.

3. Oh Lord, help me to be noble in my dealings with You and with fellow humans.

SUGGESTED HYMN FOR TODAY:

CAC GHB: 759

7 7 7 7 D

1. Hark the voice of Jesus say

Field are white, harvest waiting

But the lab'rers are so few

Art thou prepared for the work

The soar went forth sowing

Field are white, harvest waiting

The harvester with sickle

Came and bear the sheaves away.

2. The Saviour is now calling

Calling upon the lab'rers

Put my armour upon thee

And prepare to do the work

The time is running fastly

The day of harvest is nigh

The harvest is not ready

To carry sheaves to the barn.

3. Ten virgins were appointed

Five of them were not prepared

Five of them are now ready

To enter with our Saviour

Make use of thy talents now

Do the work given to thee

Press thou on with longsuffering

Thou shall have victorious crown.

4. Hear the call of the master

Come to him as He calls thee

Do not wait until 'morrow

The salvation day is nigh

The voice that is calling now

May stop from calling again

Make good resolution now

To receive thy glorious crown

5. O Lord Jesus my Saviour

With joy I will do thy work

Give thy gift of tongue to me

Thy messages fearless give

Then my soul shall be of rest

And shall sing the song of praise

To whom glory and honours

Due forever and ever.

Amen.

EXTRA READING FOR TODAY:

Numbers 16-17