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TOPIC: Labour Rewarded [Open Heaven for Teens 17 July 2022]
MEMORISE: And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. Galatians 6:9
Also Read: Open Heaven 17 July 2022 ā Whatsoever Things Are Of Praise
READ: Esther 2:15
15 Now when the turn of Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai, who had taken her for his daughter, was come to go in unto the king, she required nothing but what Hegai the kingās chamberlain, the keeper of the women, appointed. And Esther obtained favour in the sight of all them that looked upon her.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Acts 20:1-38, Psalms 22-24
MESSAGE:
Esther had lost both parents earlier in life and was raised by her uncle, Mordecai, who was one of the palace workers. He must have raised Esther in strict compliance with the word of God for her to remain chaste until the contest before the king. Mordecai raised Esther and in return, she brought him into greatness by mentioning his name to the King. This shows the extent to which Esther appreciated her uncle for training her. Also, at the time Mordecai was raising Esther, there was no vacancy for Queen but at the appointed time, an opportunity showed up when her training was over. Her position as the queen shows that God had picked her to deliver the Jews.
Perhaps, you work so hard but are not appreciated by your pastor, parent or leader for the services you render to God and mankind. In fact, rather than approval or commendation, you may be getting sharp reprimands or discouragement, especially when you make a little mistake. Donāt be discouraged, donāt stop doing the things you do, because there is Someone keeping a record of all you do and He has promised that He will not forget your labour of love. Esther was rewarded with the crown; your own reward will come very soon.
ACTION POINT:
You will definitely reap the good you have sown.
HYMN: Standing On The Promises Of God
CHORUS
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God, my Saviour;
Standing, standing,
Iām standing on the promises of God.
Daily Devotional for Teenās guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemerās Ministries.