SHOW KINDNESS

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-11

“And David said unto him, fear not, for I will surely show thee kindness…’’ 2 Samuel 9:7 (KJV)

Kindness is one of the fruits of the Spirit. It is a virtue from God to bring succour to the body of Christ. It is a state of showing charitable behaviour. Many believing Christians find it extremely difficult to extend kindness to fellow men. Others, however, recognize that God has blessed them to be a blessing. These ones share the blessings that God has bestowed on them with others without hesitation.

WHERE YOUR HEART IS

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-3

“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.’’  Matthew 6:21 (KJV)

The heart of the natural man is self centred and insatiable. But the heart of the transformed man is for God and lives daily to satisfy Him.

VICTORY IN CHRIST

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-14

“And the lord preserved David whithersoever he went.” 2 Samuel 8:6b (KJV)

Every day of our lives, we go through one battle or the other. We are surrounded by many adversaries, at home, the marketplace, work place, environment and community. Do not be dismayed for no matter the challenge, your victory is sure.

RESPECT GOD’S SERVANT

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:16-23

“…Believe in the Lord your God, so shall ye be established; believe his prophets so shall ye prosper” 2 Chronicles 20:20 (KJV)

Feedback: Share evidence of how you led an exemplary life this week.

Many Christians today do not realize that talking carelessly about a true man of God is a direct affront to God. The Bible says touch not my anointed and do my prophets no harm (Ps, 105:15). Therefore, we ought to always respect and honor God’s prophets. We must ensure that we do no harm whatsoever to their person, personality or family.

THE RIGHT WORK ETHICS

“Master, provide your servants (employees) with what is right and fair, because you know that you also have a master in heaven”  Colossians 4:1 (ASV)

Organizations and homes will always require people to carry out tasks that will help them achieve their varying objectives. The success of this working relationship between the employer and the employee rests on each of the party fulfilling their part of the obligation agreed upon.

THE GOOD LEADER

“He is like the light of morning at sunshine on a cloudless morning, like the brightness after rain that brings grass from the earth” 2 Samuel 23:4 (NIV)

Leadership is a task that has lots of responsibilities attached to it. A lot of times and if not careful, a leader may become weary and consider stepping down in order to enjoy some rest and relief. Leadership is a task that requires lots of care and sensitivity.

CHILDREN AS HERITAGE

“Whosoever shall receive one of such children in my name, receiveth me; and whosoever shall receive me, receiveth not me, but him that sent me.” Mark 9: 37 (KJV)

One of the goals of parenthood is to raise children to love and follow God (Deut. 6:2) and to help them reach their individual potentials (Prov. 22:6). The bible is protective of children but realistic about what measures are necessary to develop their character.