“And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man.” Luke 2:52
March 27, 2026
For some time now we have been following the biblical truth about change. As the seasons change so does life in mortal bodies, the seasons of life, and the world around us. No greater example than the person of Jesus Christ shows us how to live with and through change. He experienced radical changes in HIs incarnation, change in His glory, in His dwelling, in His position, and in His form (Phil. 2:4-11). The display of humility in Jesus’ is the model for us. Is my life, as His follower, one of growing through any and all changes? Change is the opportunity to display the perfections of God and establish a light source in this world (Col. 3:1-3). The servant’s heart is the way to respond to our aging process, the losses we experience, the pain and suffering we endure, and the grief that can weigh us down. Jesus came not to be served but to serve. If we are going to handle change in a way that counts for all eternity, we need to know how to sacrifice and serve for the pleasure of God.
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Reflections:
What has been one of the hardest changes in life’s circumstances that you have had to endure?
Can you think of a Christian who has been a good example in dealing with hardships? What did you see in them?