Thursday, August 17 — Psalm 99
Jeremiah 12:1–13:19; 2 Thessalonians 3:6–18
Gideon said, “I will not rule over you; the Lord will rule over you.” Judges 8:23
The greatest among you will be your servant. Matthew 23:11
Suffering servant Jesus, may we learn obedience as you did. May we relinquish our desire to be served, our thirst for power, and our hunger for praise. May we look to you and be a witness for you. Amen.