The Lord’s Table

Job 1-2; Acts 6-7 

“So the Twelve gathered all the disciples together and said, ‘It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the word of God in order to wait on tables. Brothers, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will turn this responsibility over to them and will give our attention to prayer and the ministry of the word.”

Acts 6:2-4

The Twelve apostles recognized that they had been neglecting the table of the Lord while they focused on the table-serving ministry of widows and those in need. The immediate needs of those around us capture our attention and we, too, can ignore the Lord’s invitation to live for more than bread alone, but rather on “every word that comes from the mouth of God” (Deuteronomy 8:3). 

Have we prioritized the Word of God and prayer in our daily habits?

This is the real food available at the Lord’s Table; food which strengthens our inner being so we can serve, love, and witness to those around us. Neglecting the most important for the urgent results in “leanness of soul” and reliance on prior successes, copying others, and using our own strength, rather than relying on the Lord.

Which table are we focused on today?

“Thank you, Lord, for your invitation to your table to listen to your Word, for your glory.”