DAY 10 - LIVING A LIFE OF UNWAVERINGN DEVOTION

Jesus taught that His people are the light of the world. King David exemplified this light even

while hiding in a cave as king Saul sought his life. Many who witnessed David’s light later

became mighty warriors serving in Israel’s army. When David brought the Ark of the Covenant

to Jerusalem, he danced and worshiped the Lord of Israel with all his heart. He openly displayed

his passion for worshiping God with strength and sincerity. However, his wife was embarrassed

by his actions, as the king danced and sang among the people 1 . 

 Similarly, Mary of Bethany knelt at Jesus’ feet and broke an expensive perfume bottle to honor

Him. Many, including the disciples, criticized her for what they saw as a waste of money 2 . 

 Have those around you criticized you for being a passionate worshiper of God? Or perhaps a

better question: does your love for God make others uncomfortable? When we genuinely strive

to be a light to the world and choose to love God above all else, we may make others

uneasy—much like the Pharisees who felt uncomfortable about Jesus due to His extreme

devotion to the Father. 

 When Jesus is our priority, we stand out. People may see us as out of place, and often, we face

rejection, discrimination, and humiliation because of Him. However, we should rejoice when that

happens because our names are recognized in heaven, and our testimony draws others to

know Jesus. 

 Reflect on how much you give to God and how your devotion affects those around you. When

was the last time someone was impacted by how you love God? How often do the people

closest to you tell you they see Christ in how you live and walk? How much of God's nature is

visible in your life when someone looks at you? 

It’s Christmas, time to celebrate and rejoice God the Father sent His one and only son and

sacrifice Him because His love for us, don’t you think that was an extreme love? I encourage

you to give something extreme to God now in this season and every season of your life; it can

be a good portion of your time, may be an offering, probably a decision. It could be a part of

your life that Jesus has been asking for and you are still doubting.

Lord Jesus, I have many people in my life whom I long to see transformed by Your love. But

perhaps I am not being the light You call me to be. Please transform and help me become more

like You, reflecting You to everyone around me. "Lord, make Your face shine upon me," and let

others see Your nature in me. Teach me how to kneel at Your feet and worship You in a way that

touches the hearts of others. Holy Spirit show me what is the perfume I should pour over Jesus’

feet. In Jesus' name, Amen.