2 Corinthians 11:1-15
Today's Scripture

In this passage Paul was defending himself as a true apostle, not a false apostle who deceives or is the camp of the devil, who masquerades as an angel of light. Paul did not take a salary from his preaching ministry or accept gifts from himself (at least in Corinth), because he wanted the Corinthians to know that he gave himself freely to them, without any intent for making money from his work among them, even though he was entitled to it.

How often do we feel entitled for rewards? I know I grumble when the work I do at home is unnoticed or unappreciated. I often point out the labor of my hands to get a pat on the back or at least a thank you.

As we go about our work, whether at an office, a construction site, or at home or elsewhere, let's seek to please the giver of all things, even our work. There is a satisfaction in knowing we please God, not necessarily men, that we cannot find from pleasing others. And perhaps serving the Master is more motivation than fishing for compliments from friends or family.
- posted by Suzi @ 9:43 AM