DAILY DEVOTION

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Saturday, July 12
Romans 14:7-12

ACCOUNTABLE TO GOD
So then, each of us will give account of himself to God. Romans 14:12, NIV

Recently, I met an alcoholic driver who incidentally claimed to be a Christian. I accepted the challenge to counsel him that alcohol was not good for his health. To my surprise, the man told me that the worst that could happen to him is death. I was careful not to condemn him, but I asked if he realised that he would give account of how he used his life when he returns to his Maker.

Apostle Paul, in today's devotion, tells us that we are stewards of how we live on a daily basis. One of the definitions of a steward is, "a person employed to manage a large house or estate." How are you living your life daily? Do you know you will give account of your life?

Perhaps you are thinking that your body belongs to you, and you can use it as you wish. What a wrong assumption! You inscribe tattoos on your skin, and do all manner of things with your body in the name of 'big boy' or 'big girl.'
Do not be deceived; your body does not belong to you. You are just a steward, and soon, you will account to your Maker.

The counsel to you this day is to repent from your ungodly ways and return to God. Begin to live your life with heaven in view. May you not regret it at the end in Jesus' name.

• Birthday Blessing: "You were sold for nothing, and without money you will be redeemed" – Isaiah 52:3

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Character is what a man is in the dark. – D. L. Moody