Oct. 18, 2026

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Key Scripture References:

• Ephesians 4:1: "I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called."
• Ephesians 4:2-3: Instructions on lowliness, gentleness, long-suffering, and endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit.
• Romans 12:1: Presenting bodies as a living sacrifice.
• 1 Thessalonians 2:10: Being witnesses of holy and just behavior.
• Philippians 2:3: Doing nothing through selfish ambition; esteeming others better than oneself.
• 1 John 1:7: Walking in the light to have fellowship and cleansing from sin.
• Matthew 7:16: "You will know them by their fruits."
• 2 Corinthians 5:17: "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation."

Reflection:

• The "Walmart" Test: Does your behavior as a Christian remain consistent when you are behind the wheel or in a grocery store, or is it reserved for the church building?
• The Mirror of the Word: Are you measuring your life by the Word of God, or are you being "tossed to and fro" by the opinions and "trickery" of men?
• The Fruit Check: If someone who could not read or write watched your life, would they be able to "read" the Gospel through your actions and treatment of others?
• The Pride Triage: Are you holding onto "malice"—hardened anger that rots from the inside out—and preventing the Holy Spirit from working in your life?

Actionable Takeaways:

• Commit to the "New Man": Actively identify one "old man" habit (gossip, lying, or a short temper) to "put off" this week, replacing it with edifying speech.
• Prioritize Unity: If there is a fellow believer you are at odds with over a trivial matter, seek forgiveness and reconciliation to maintain the "bond of peace."
• Mission-Minded Living: View every daily outing as a mission field. The goal is to reach the lost, disciple the saved, and make disciple-makers.
• Daily Immersion: Spend time in the Word not just to "check a box," but to let it dwell in you so that your "limbs are heavy with fruit" for others to see.

The Attitude of a Saint - Early Light Devotional

The apostle Paul had a certain mindset that Christians are wise to

emulate (1 Cor. 11:1). His attitude included:

• 1. Humility. Pride cannot hide in the heart of a believer who
• understands divine mercy. Paul spread the gospel because he believed
• that the grace which was sufficient to save a sinner like him was
• adequate for anyone.
• 2. A sense of obligation. The apostle never lost sight of how far God's
• grace had brought him. He frequently reminded followers of his role in
• persecuting the church (1 Tim. 1:13). Paul's gratitude for salvation
• from that former life never waned. The book of Acts records the almost
• constant turmoil and heartache of his travels, and yet he kept praising
• the Lord for the privilege of serving.
• 3. A sense of dependence. To describe the source of his strength, Paul
• used these words: "By the grace of God I am what I am" (1 Cor.
• 15:10). He knew what it was like to depend upon one's own goodness
• and work to be religious - and he wanted no part of it. Paul desired
• more of Jesus and none of himself (Phil. 3:8).
• 4. A spirit of absolute confidence. At the end of his life, Paul was as
• certain as ever that God was real, in charge, and worthy of all honor,
• glory, and praise (2 Tim. 4:3-8).