Hello, brothers in Christ! Welcome to another edition of our devotional blog for men.
Today, we are going to reflect on a verse from 1 Corinthians 13:11, which says:
"When I was a child, I used to speak like a child, think like a child, reason like a child; when I became a man, I did away with childish things."
What does this verse mean for us as men of God? How can we apply it to our lives today?
First of all, this verse reminds us that we are called to grow in maturity and wisdom as followers of Jesus. We are not supposed to remain stagnant or complacent in our faith, but to seek God's will and purpose for our lives. We are not supposed to cling to the things that used to satisfy us or comfort us when we were young, but to pursue the things that please God and edify others.
Secondly, this verse challenges us to examine our speech, our thoughts, and our reasoning. Are they aligned with God's word and truth? Are they helpful and constructive for ourselves and others? Are they honoring and glorifying to God? Or are they childish, foolish, and selfish? Do we speak words of life or words of death? Do we think thoughts of faith or thoughts of fear? Do we reason with wisdom or with folly?
Thirdly, this verse encourages us to put away the childish things that hinder our growth and relationship with God. These could be habits, attitudes, behaviors, or even relationships that are not healthy or beneficial for us. These could be things that distract us from God's presence and plan for us. These could be things that tempt us to sin or compromise our integrity. These could be things that keep us from fulfilling our potential and destiny in Christ.
Brothers, let us heed the apostle Paul's words and strive to become mature men of God. Let us speak, think, and reason like men who love God and love others. Let us put away the childish things that hold us back and embrace the godly things that propel us forward. Let us grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen!
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