In what ways can we reflect Jesus' faithfulness in our relationships with others? John 18:9—Jesus Protects His Own “This was to fulfill the word He had spoken: ‘I have not lost one of those You have given Me.’” What Jesus’ Faithfulness Looks Like • Keeps every promise He makes (Numbers 23:19; 2 Corinthians 1:20) • Guards those entrusted to Him, both physically and spiritually (John 17:12) • Stands firm even when opposed, never abandoning His people (Hebrews 13:5) • Sacrifices Himself so others are safe and secure (John 10:11) Reflecting His Faithfulness in Our Relationships • Honor every commitment—your word should be as solid as an oath (Matthew 5:37) • Protect others’ well-being, reputations, and faith; refuse to “lose” those God places in your care (Philippians 2:4) • Stay present in hard seasons; do not disappear when things grow costly (Proverbs 17:17) • Intercede in prayer and practical service, standing between loved ones and danger (Ephesians 6:18) • Forgive quickly and completely, refusing to keep a record of wrongs (1 Corinthians 13:5, 7) • Speak truth consistently, even when it requires courage (Ephesians 4:25) • Lay down personal preferences for the good of others, echoing Christ’s sacrificial love (1 John 3:16–18) Supporting Scriptures That Guide Our Practice • 2 Timothy 2:13 — “If we are faithless, He remains faithful…” • Psalm 15:4 — describes one “who keeps his oath even when it hurts.” • Colossians 3:12–14 — calls us to “put on… compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience… above all, put on love.” • Romans 12:10 — “Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.” Daily Faithfulness Checklist 1. Did I keep every promise I made today? 2. Did my words protect or expose someone? 3. Was I present and supportive when another was pressured? 4. Did I pray for and with those God has entrusted to me? 5. Have I shown sacrificial love that costs me something? |
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