READ Genesis 24
Isaac takes Rebekah as his wife.
 
INSIGHT
A steward is one who is commissioned to oversee the welfare and execute the affairs of another. The closer a steward is able to represent the mind of his superior, the better he fulfills his role. Therefore, when a steward is on assignment, ideally he has no personal mind or will; he strives to have the mind and will of his superior. Eliezer, Abraham's servant, was an excellent example of a faithful steward. His complete mindset was to represent the will of Abraham as faithfully as possible. As Christians, we are stewards of Christ, and as such, we are to strive to have the mind and will of Christ. In addition, we are always on assignment (1 Corinthians 6:20). By studying Eliezer, we can gain insight into how to be a more faithful steward of Christ.
 
PRAYER
Thank the Lord and give Him your praise for making you a steward of the precious truth of salvation in Christ:
Remember me, Lord,
When you show favor to your people.
Come to me with your salvation
So that I may enjoy the prosperity
Of your chosen ones,
Rejoice in the joy of your nation,
And boast about your heritage (Psalm 106:4-5).
 
Now pray this confession to the Lord:
Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger;
Do not discipline me in your wrath.
Be gracious to me, Lord, for I am weak;
Heal me,  Lord, for my bones are shaking;
My whole being is shaken with terror.
And you, Lord  — how long? (Psalm 6:1-3).
 
As you confess your sins, voice your affirmation of God's Word:
In the same way, you who are younger,
Be subject to the elders. All of you clothe
Yourselves with humility toward one another, because
God resists the proud
But gives grace to the humble (1 Peter 5:5).
 
As you make your requests known to the Lord, pray for:

• Greater faithfulness to the stewardship of sharing the Gospel
• The work of missions around the world
• Today's activities

 
Now offer this prayer of worship to the Lord:
Abundant peace belongs to those
Who love your instruction;
Nothing makes them stumble.
Lord, I hope for your salvation
And carry out your commands.
I obey your decrees
And love them greatly (Psalm 119:165-167).