-July 11, 2025-
Good morning beloved, happy Friday,
“He [Timothy] was well spoken by the brethren who were at Lystra and Iconium.”
(Acts 16:2).
Acts chapter 16 is a remarkable chapter describing the events of Paul’s journey to Macedonia. The chapter begins with God’s calling of a young man named Timothy. The Spirit of God brought Paul and Silas to Derby and Lystra. It turned out to be a momentous day for both Timothy and Paul.
Paul met Timothy, a disciple of the Lord and was immediately impressed by his character and reputation among the brethren. He was the son of a Jewish mother, Eunice, who believed but his father was a Greek.
Timothy’s upbringing prepared him to serve the Lord in his local church and beyond. Later, Paul wrote of Timothy, “For I have no one like-minded, who will sincerely care for your state. For they all seek their own, not the things which are of Christ Jesus. But you know his proven character, that he served with me in the gospel.”
Timothy was thus well spoken among the saints and Paul took note. Timothy joined Paul’s team and became a great man and servant who carried on the Lord’s work. He became a pastor in Ephesus.
May the Lord help us to be those who are well spoken of among God’s people. God looks for men and women of integrity who are moved by love for the Lord and others. Are you well spoken of? Do you have a good reputation? It takes consistency, faithfulness, commitment, dedication, and passion.
Have a blessed day loving the Lord and serving Him. Stay safe and healthy.
We prepare today for what God has for us tomorrow.
Dean
Dean Allen's Daily Devotional 