Devotions for Deacons
These devotions are primarily intended for use at the start of your deacons meeting. Each devotion is based on a part of the "Charge to the Deacons" from the form for the Ordination of Elders and Deacons found at the back of the CRC Hymnal.
The theme of this set of 12 devotions is "Live as examples of Christ Jesus" (also taken from the Charge). Each aspect of the charge to the deacons, within that theme, is unpacked using a story from Jesus' ministry on earth. Jesus provided the perfect example so that, in turn, you may be His examples in your church and community.
We pray that these devotions will be a blessing to your diaconate.
(Note: if time does not allow for you to read both the biblical story from Jesus' ministry and also the text, you may consider asking the deacons to read the story prior to the meeting.)
Devotions
1. The Charge to the Deacon
2. Inspire Faithful Stewardship
3. Teach Us to be Merciful
4. Prompt Us to Seize New Opportunities
5. Minister to Rich and Poor Alike
6. Weigh the Needs of Causes
7. Be Compassionate to the Needy
8. Respect Their Need for Dignity
9. Create Hope in Their Hearts
10. Bring Joy into Their Lives
11. Be Prophetic Critics of Waste and Injustice
12. Be Senstive Counsellors
