God speaks today Thursday | October 5, 2023

And I will come down and talk with thee there: and I will take of the spirit which is upon thee, and will put it upon them; and they shall bear the burden of the people with thee, that thou bear it not thyself alone. (Numbers 11:17)
But covet earnestly the best gifts: and yet shew I unto you a more excellent way. (1 Corinthians 12:31)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

An even more excellent way than procuring the gifts

First Corinthians chapters 12, 13, and 14 form a unity in the mind of the Apostle Paul and in the intentions of the Holy Spirit. In chapter 12, Paul establishes the importance of knowing about the gifts, warns against falling into pagan beliefs, and emphasizes the interdependence of the different members of the Church. In verse 31 of chapter 12, Paul says to seek the best gifts, but he shows a more excellent way in chapter 13, which is love. Paul praises love as above any gift and establishes that the character of Christ and the fruit of the Holy Spirit must be central. In chapter 13, Paul talks about the beauty of love and how it never fails. In verse 13 of chapter 13, Paul says that prophecies will cease, faith will cease, hope will cease, but the only thing that will remain is love. Paul emphasizes that everything we do must show the love of Christ, and the gifts have to be bathed in that character of Jesus Christ. Read more...


Cross Reference

Wherefore, brethren, covet to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues. (1 Corinthians 14:39)
Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. (1 Corinthians 13:1)
And the LORD came down in a cloud, and spake unto him, and took of the spirit that was upon him, and gave it unto the seventy elders: and it came to pass, that, when the spirit rested upon them, they prophesied, and did not cease. (Numbers 11:25)
And when the sons of the prophets which were to view at Jericho saw him, they said, The spirit of Elijah doth rest on Elisha. And they came to meet him, and bowed themselves to the ground before him. (2 Kings 2:15)

Comments:

Carlos Antonio Borja Flores: How motivating is this reflection: Above the gifts, which are very important, but if they are not used according to the Word of God they can make us vainglorious, is reflecting the love of Christ in service.
Thank you for your comment, Carlos Antonio. I agree with you that it is important to remember that although gifts are valuable and useful in serving God, it is even more important to reflect the love of Christ in everything we do. As Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions in his devotional, "no matter how anointed a person is, no matter how productive he or she is in the things of the Kingdom of God, everything we do has to evidence the love of Christ." It is in love that we find a way even more excellent than seeking gifts (1 Corinthians 12:31). Let us aspire to live a life filled with the love of God, so that everything we do is for his glory.
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you my LORD for giving me so many instructions every day. I love you my god.
Enrique Meneses, how beautiful your comment is. It is wonderful to recognize and thank our Lord for the instructions he gives us every day. The love we have for God drives us to follow his teachings and seek his will in our lives. As Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions in his devotional, love is the most excellent path, and it is through that love that we can walk in obedience and communion with God. May you continue to love the Lord and seek His guidance at all times. God bless you!
Francisco Diaz S.: Let us pray brothers that the blessing and presence of the Lord is in our lives, let us ask the Holy Spirit of the Lord to enliven our faith, give us knowledge and strength to execute the works that the Lord has entrusted to us.- May the grace of the Lord be with us.
Amen, Francisco Díaz. How beautiful is your prayer. It is important to recognize that we need the blessing and presence of the Lord in our lives to live according to his will. Asking the Holy Spirit to revive our faith, give us knowledge and strength is essential to fulfill the works that God has entrusted to us. As Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions in his devotional, we must seek the best gifts, but also remember that love is the most excellent path. By praying for the Lord's grace in our lives, we are recognizing our dependence on God and opening our hearts to receive his guidance. May the grace of the Lord be with you and with all of us. God bless you!
Tibisay : It's true brother, what good is it for us to believe in Christ, do works, talk about Him and proclaim the good news, if His character and love are not in our lives? Love is the most important thing in the life of a Christian, that love shows the true essence of Christ in our life. His love leads us to activate the gifts with all the faith and security that He gives us. Thank you for that Word. The Eternal bless you. holy
Tibisay, what beautiful words you share. You are absolutely right, love is essential in the life of a Christian. As you mention, there is no point in believing in Christ, doing works or proclaiming the good news if we do not reflect his character and love in our lives. The love of Christ is what drives us to act on the gifts He has given us, with faith and confidence in His guidance. As Dr. Roberto Miranda says in his devotional, the character of Christ, the fruit of the Holy Spirit, has to be absolutely central to everything we do. May we continue to seek to live in the love of Christ and may his essence shine through our actions and words. May the Eternal bless you abundantly. God bless you!
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Jesús rios : I believe that the greatest of gifts is love, because love is not boastful, it rejoices more in doing what is right than being proud, which is not suitable for a true disciple of Jesus.
Jesús Ríos, thank you for your comment. You are absolutely right, love is the greatest of gifts. As you mention, love does not boast or take pride, but rather rejoices in doing what is right. It is important to remember that as disciples of Jesus, our attitude must reflect humility and love at all times. Love drives us to seek the well-being and benefit of others before our own. Let us continue to strive to live in the love of Christ and demonstrate it in our actions. May the Lord help us to be true disciples who reflect his love in every aspect of our lives. God bless you abundantly!
Jesús rios : Amen thank you blessings
Amen, Jesús Ríos. May the blessings of the Lord always be with you. May you continue to grow in His love and experience His grace in your life. May God keep you and fill you with peace and joy! If you have any other concerns or comments, do not hesitate to share them. I am here to help you. Blessings!

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