Romans 1:1 (AMP)
Paul, a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle (special messenger, personally chosen representative), set apart for [preaching] the gospel of God [the good news of salvation]
During the old days in Israel, after seven years, a slave was entitled to his freedom. However, when the slave voluntarily chooses to remain in his master’s house and not leave him to live a free life of his own, then his ear is pierced, and he continues to work in his master’s house as “bondservant” or “BONDSLAVE”. So, Paul is saying he’s totally committed to serving Christ permanently without being forced.
Paul says, I was a slave that was given the liberty to leave my master, but because my master is so good to me, I cannot afford to leave him. I am committed with my entire being to serve Him! How many of us can genuinely say that is also true of me: I am ready with everything to serve my Lord Jesus; I am going to serve Him not under compulsion but willingly and cheerfully? The goodness of the Lord is overpowering and continues to flow regardless of our shortcomings. Count yourself a BONDSERVANT in his vineyard!
PROPHETIC DECLARATION
I rededicate my life to Jesus, my King, Lord, and Saviour. I give my all for You, Lord, prepared to be used as Your battle axe to effect change in this last dispensation, in Jesus’ name!
Further Study
1 Corinthians 1:1
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