DAILY READINGS: 2 Samuel 22; Jeremiah 6; Ephesians 1:1-14
Remember them which have the rule over you. Hebrews 13:7a
Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls. Hebrews 13:17a
Salute all them that have the rule over you. Hebrews 13:24a
Here are three charges in relation to those who lead us in the Lord. Remember them—a command to recall that they are also fellow-travelers on the path of faith who need our prayers and encouragement. Submit to them—a command to accept humbly their leadership. Salute all them—a command to greet them publicly, acknowledging their place, position and example in the Body of Christ. We thank God for those who lead the flock so faithfully. May we be faithful followers. —Mark Kolchin
Faith of our fathers, living still, in spite of dungeon, fire and sword;
O how our hearts beat high with joy, whenever we hear that glorious Word!—Frederick Faber