OCTOBER 27, Genesis 24:2-4, 12-21

If you read the text for today, which is the same as yesterday’s, you will notice that Abraham’s servant was not named at all. He could have been Eliezer. We read from Genesis 15:2 that this man is the steward (or servant) of Abraham.

Why is the servant’s name not mentioned at all in the entire chapter of Genesis 24? It is because when we serve God, our names are not important. In whatever areas we serve God, there is no need for us to be mentioned. There is no need for others to know we are the ones who work for God.

Dear child, should you serve God, learn from Abraham’s servant. All glory should go to God and none to us.

When you do something for God, whether it is helping someone or doing a kind deed, sometimes we may feel a little disappointed when no one thanks us. Most people want to be recognized for their hard work. Today’s passage tells us that the servant worked very hard, prayed very hard, and was just happy to find a wife for his master’s son. He was not selfish; he was self-giving.

Have you been in situations when you do something for mummy or daddy, but they may not know. Instead, they may think it is done by your brother or sister. In times like these, do you feel shortchanged? In times like these, do you wish someone would give you more credit and perhaps praise you? it may be natural to think that way, but dear child, follow the wonderful example of Abraham’s servant and do not claim credit.

Even if no one can see you serve God, it is OK as God can see. And when God sees your faithfulness, He will reward in due time. So press on and continue to serve God and be kind to others without expecting anything in return!

Thought: Serve God without any thought of recognition!

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for teaching me that I should not be concerned at all about people knowing that I serve. As long as God knows, I will be happy! In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.