Secret Service

John  7:4 For there is no man that doeth any thing in secret, and he himself seeketh to be known openly. If thou do these things, shew thyself to the world.

Today's devotion is to reminds us of the importance of doing things in secret. Our guiding verse for today's sermon is from the Gospel of John, chapter 7, verse 4. In this verse, we find a challenge from the world to Jesus, who, in His ministry, often performed miracles and taught in ways that were not always public. It presents an opportunity for us to explore the wisdom of keeping certain aspects of our faith and service to God hidden from the world.

I. The Call to Secret Service:

In our society, we are often encouraged to seek recognition and validation from others. The desire for fame, success, and praise can be all-consuming. However, Jesus, our ultimate example, often withdrew from the public eye to pray and serve in secret. He taught us that true service to God is not about seeking applause but about genuine love and obedience.

II. The Power of Humility:

Doing things in secret requires humility. It means setting aside our egos and personal ambitions to focus on the needs of others. When we serve in secret, we emulate Christ's humility and reflect His love to those around us. It is in these hidden acts of service that we find our true purpose.

III. The Test of Sincerity:

When our actions are done in secret, they become a true test of our sincerity. Are we serving God and others for their sake, or are we seeking our own glory? Jesus emphasized the need to examine our hearts and motives when performing acts of kindness or service.

IV. The Reward of the Father:

In Matthew 6:4, Jesus reminds us that when we give to the needy in secret, "your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you openly." Our heavenly Father sees our hidden sacrifices, our secret prayers, and our quiet acts of love. He promises to reward us openly, not with worldly recognition but with His eternal blessings.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, let us heed the words of Jesus in John 7:4 as an encouragement to do things in secret for the glory of God, not seeking the applause of the world. In our humble service, we reflect the love of Christ and store up treasures in heaven. May we find joy and fulfillment in serving others quietly, knowing that our heavenly Father sees and rewards our faithfulness. Amen.

God bless you. 

Prayer key:

1. Lord, thank you for the blessing of today in Jesus Christ name. 

2. Lord, give me the grace to be humble in my service to your and to the world in Jesus Christ name. 

3. Lord, forgive me for exhibiting pride through my service whole seeking public praise and recognition in Jesus Christ name. 

4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.