Proverbs 27:17 says, “Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.”
I am reminded of this truth every time I am able to spend some time with a fellow Christian. All this week, I have marveled at the strength that I gain from being in the company of other believers. I had a lunch meeting yesterday that turned into a mini church service when our conversation turned to the word of God and His goodness to us. What a blessing it is to know that God places people in our lives to sharpen us for the glory of God and the work of the ministry. I want to encourage you today to surround yourself with believers who strengthen you spiritually. Do not be an island all to yourself. Allowing growing Christians to influence you for Christ is vital for your personal growth and effectiveness in the work of God. Seek to find those that are passionate about the Lord and His word, and attach yourself to them. Once you do, be prepared for the sharpening work of the Holy Spirit to begin.
Father, I thank you for the people that you have put in my life that sharpen me in Christ. Help me to be diligent in seeking their company so that I can be a better Christian. Amen!
Rev. Scott Coghill
I am reminded of this truth every time I am able to spend some time with a fellow Christian. All this week, I have marveled at the strength that I gain from being in the company of other believers. I had a lunch meeting yesterday that turned into a mini church service when our conversation turned to the word of God and His goodness to us. What a blessing it is to know that God places people in our lives to sharpen us for the glory of God and the work of the ministry. I want to encourage you today to surround yourself with believers who strengthen you spiritually. Do not be an island all to yourself. Allowing growing Christians to influence you for Christ is vital for your personal growth and effectiveness in the work of God. Seek to find those that are passionate about the Lord and His word, and attach yourself to them. Once you do, be prepared for the sharpening work of the Holy Spirit to begin.
Father, I thank you for the people that you have put in my life that sharpen me in Christ. Help me to be diligent in seeking their company so that I can be a better Christian. Amen!
Rev. Scott Coghill
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