DAILY READINGS: Deut. 7:12 to 8:20; Eccl. 9:11 to 10:20; Luke 8:40-56
Samson said, Let me die with the Philistines. And he bowed himself
with all his might; and the house fell upon the lords, and upon
all the people that were therein. So the dead which he slew at his
death were more than they which he slew in his life. Judg. 16:30
Samson’s greatest work was done when he died to himself and trusted
in the Lord. Similarly we will be more eff ective servants if we die
to ourselves and embrace the life He has for us. Beloved, do you want
to do great things for God? Believe and practice that you are dead to
self and let His life be lived through you. This means saying no to
sin, living by faith and depending on His strength for service. Then
Christ’s fragrant life will shine through you. —George Ferrier
As Thou didst hunger bear, and thirst, so teach us, gracious Lord,
To die to self, and chiefl y live, by Thy most holy Word. —C. F. Hernaman