1 Corinthians 9:19 – Today’s Verse for March 6, 2025 Thursday

“For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more.“
— 1 Corinthians 9:19 KJV

Reflection on Today's Verse

Paul had every right to live as he pleased. No one owned him. No one controlled him. But he chose to serve others. Why? Because he cared more about leading people to Jesus than holding on to his own rights.

That’s not easy. We like freedom. We like doing what we want. But Paul saw freedom differently. He saw it as a gift to be given, not just something to enjoy.

Think about Jesus. He had all the power in the world, yet He humbled Himself to serve. He washed feet. He ate with outcasts. He gave His life.

Paul followed that example. He adapted to people, not to please them, but to reach them. He didn’t change his beliefs. He didn’t water down the truth. But he met people where they were, so they could see Jesus in him.

What would that look like for us? Maybe it means listening more and judging less. Maybe it’s showing kindness when it’s not deserved. Maybe it’s setting aside comfort to love someone who’s hard to love.

We are free in Christ. But love calls us to use that freedom to serve. Because when people see Jesus in us, their hearts open to Him. And that’s worth more than anything we could hold on to.

Personal Prayer

Lord, You have given me freedom. I am not bound by this world. I belong to You. But sometimes, I hold too tightly to my own comfort. I choose myself over others. I forget that my freedom is meant to serve.

Teach me to let go. Help me see people the way You do. Give me a heart that cares more about leading others to You than holding on to my own way.

Make me humble. Make me willing. Show me where I can love better, listen more, and meet people where they are. Help me lay down my pride, my rights, and my fears—so that through me, others can see You.

Jesus, You gave everything to save me. Let my life reflect that same love. Use my freedom for Your glory. Amen.