‭‭Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭3‬-‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

On this thankful Thursday and in keeping in mind today’s key verse, I want us to evaluate 2024. Did you have any selfish ambition? Did you put others before yourself? How can you improve in 2025? I encourage us to make a list of ways that we can put the interest of others before ourselves. We can look at it as a gratitude list or a “get to” list.

As we are making our lists we can keep in mind the chorus to this week’s song choice, Simple Kingdom by Bryan and Katie Torwalt: “Your kingdom is humble. As humble as death. Its King is a savior. Who gave His last breath. So may we die daily. Our pride laid to rest. Your kingdom is humble. And the broken are blessed.” 

Our lists could be as simple as, hold the door open for strangers, ask a co-worker or friend if they need help with anything, sign up to serve in a church or community event, or simply offer to pray for others in need. 

Let’s pray. Dear God, I humbly come before You, broken and blessed. Thank You for daily providing opportunities to serve You and others. I desire to bring You all the glory, honor, and praise. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen.

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