Solid Joys Daily Devotional Beware of Serving God
Oct 12, 2025
John Piper delves into the concept of serving God, emphasizing that He is the ultimate giver who does not need our service. He highlights the importance of trusting in God's provision and glorifying Him through prayer. The discussion also contrasts misguided service with Jesus' example of coming to serve humanity. Piper warns against thinking that God requires our help, illustrating his points with the tale of Robinson Crusoe trusting in divine ownership while stranded. Ultimately, it is clear that God's aim is to be our servant, ensuring His glory.
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Glorify God By Asking, Not Providing
- We glorify God by praying for his provision and trusting his answer, not by supplying his needs.
- John Piper frames Christian joy as relying on God as the all-providing Giver.
Serving Can Mislead If It Implies God Needs Us
- Beware of thinking God needs our service because that would belittle his majesty and rob him of glory.
- Piper warns against preempting God's grace by acting as if he lacks what only he can give.
Robinson Crusoe’s Scripture Anchor
- John Piper cites Robinson Crusoe using Psalm 50:12-15 as his hope while stranded on the island.
- The example shows how Scripture led Crusoe to call on God as the provider rather than try to supply God’s needs.
