Praying from 1 Corinthians 16:15. Themes: Service, First fruits, Community

Dear Heavenly Father,

I come before you today with a heart full of gratitude for the example of the house of Stephanas. Thank you for their willingness to serve the saints and for being the first fruits of Achaia. I pray that you would help me to follow their example and to serve others with the same selflessness and dedication.

Please give me the strength and wisdom to serve those around me, even when it is difficult or inconvenient. Help me to see the needs of others and to respond with compassion and generosity. May my life be a reflection of your love and grace, and may I bring glory to your name through my service to others.

Thank you for the example of the house of Stephanas, and for the many other saints who have gone before us, showing us what it means to live a life of service and devotion to you. May we all be inspired by their example and strive to follow in their footsteps.

In Jesus’ name, I pray.

Amen.

Verse: Now I beg you, brothers— you know the house of Stephanas, that it is the first fruits of Achaia, and that they have set themselves to serve the saints—
1 Corinthians 16:15

This is a Command. The verse is a plea or request from the author to the readers to take note of the house of Stephanas and their service to the saints.

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