Our Spirit Refreshed

 Judges 9-10; Psalms 49; 1 Corinthians 16

“…they refreshed my spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition.”

1 Corinthians 16:18

We live in a generation where there are many options to refresh our bodies and souls through treatments, leisure, and rest.

However, are we paying attention to the well-being of our spirit and that of others?

How did the visit of elders from Corinth refresh Paul’s spirit?

They probably brought a financial gift to support Paul and his ministry team in Ephesus. They also would have brought news of the emerging churches in Corinth and of the many new disciples. They would have shared the words and gifts of the Holy Spirit as they spent time in the presence of the Lord together with the Church in Ephesus.

How has God refreshed our spirit through the visits we’ve experienced with others?

When the Church comes together from various locations, we have the opportunity to encourage one another and together, listen to our Father.

In what ways is the Lord inviting us to refresh the spirit of another Christ-follower today?

“Lord Jesus, thank you for the living water of your Spirit and word which refreshes my spirit this day.”