Could This Be True of Me?

Abandoned to God

But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself. — Acts 20:24

In today’s devotional, Oswald Chambers challenges the reader to consider whether they are truly abandoned to God or merely engaging in Christian service on a basis of personal reasoning. It is easier to work for God without a true calling because it allows one to operate by common sense rather than divine leading. Paul, however, was utterly gripped by Christ—his life was no longer his own, and he refused to weigh personal considerations. He did not evaluate his usefulness but lived solely to fulfill the ministry given to him. Chambers warns that practical work, when guided by human reasoning, can become a competitor to true surrender. The question remains: Do we see ourselves as belonging entirely to Christ, or do we still count our lives dear to ourselves?

Journal Reflection

Lord, this strikes at the core of how I can choose to think about service. I see how easy it is to rationalize my choices under the guise of wisdom, evaluating where I might be most effective rather than simply yielding to You. But Paul didn’t live that way. He didn’t measure his work by results or by what seemed practical—he was entirely Yours, trusting You to direct each step.

I recognize that my life is not my own. Yet, how often have I subtly held onto control, making decisions based on what seems best rather than resting in the leading of Your Spirit? I don’t want to live by mere logic dressed up in Christian language—I want to live by trust, by surrender. Whether that means stepping into visible work or quiet obedience, I know that my life is already spent for You.

I lay down my need to measure, to strategize, to evaluate my own usefulness. That’s not my concern. I am Yours. That is enough.

Prayer of Confidence

Father, You have already placed me exactly where You want me. I trust You to direct each step, not by my reasoning but by Your Spirit within me. I refuse to hold my life dear as if it were mine to manage. It is Yours. Thank You for the privilege of being led, not by common sense, but by Your indwelling life in me. I rest in the truth that I am not my own—I am Christ’s. And that is enough.

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Devotional Credit: My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers