Today’s #Snippet

Scripture Anchor:

“The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain.”  2 Timothy 1:16 KJV

Apostolic Insight:

Faithfulness is often revealed by who remains when staying becomes inconvenient.

Paul was a prisoner. Association with him carried risk. Yet Onesiphorus was not ashamed of Paul’s chains. He sought him out and refreshed him.

Scripture gives us only a brief glimpse of this man, but what a glimpse it is. 

Although Some people are present while circumstances are favorable, faithful people remain when association becomes inconvenient.

Refinement teaches us the ministry of presence.

Sometimes people do not need us to fix their situation. They need to know they have not been abandoned in it.

● A visit.

● A message.

● A meal.

● A prayer.

● A faithful presence. 

God notices those who refresh weary people.Paul remembered Onesiphorus by name.

Ponder This:

Who in my life might need faithful presence more than advice right now?

Declaration:

I will be faithful in relationships God has entrusted to me. I will not withdraw simply because someone’s season has become difficult.

#PrayerofAgreement:

Father, I am now a faithful and refreshing presence in the lives of others.

I receive the discernment to recognize those who are weary, isolated, or carrying difficult burdens.

Use my presence to communicate Your compassion and steadfast love.

In the matchless name of Jesus Christ, Amein.

Shalom,

Hephzibah Christly
#TheSpiritualWarrior