Reflection
In today's readings, divine faithfulness meets human perseverance. Ezra 5-6 shows God's people completing the temple despite opposition through prophetic encouragement and providential support. Psalm 95 calls us to worship while warning against hardened hearts. 3 John celebrates faithful service and generous hospitality, contrasting self-serving leadership with kingdom-minded support, showing how God accomplishes His purposes through committed servants.

The key insight we can draw from these passages is this: God provides for and completes His work through faithful servants who persevere despite opposition, calling us to support one another in kingdom service.

Let's break this down into a simple principle:

Persevere faithfully in God's work, support others in ministry, and trust His provision to complete what He begins.

Here are five practical steps we can take to apply today's readings:

1. Identify one God-given task you've delayed and take one concrete step toward completing it.

2. Financially support or encourage someone actively serving in ministry this week.

3. Write down three ways God has provided for you during difficult seasons.

4. Reach out to offer practical help to someone working in God's kingdom.

5. Spend 10 minutes worshiping God for His faithfulness in completing what He starts.

As you go about your day, reflect on this question: What unfinished work has God called you to that needs fresh commitment?

Conclusion
Thank you for joining me today. God completes what He begins through faithful servants who persevere. May you trust His provision and support others in kingdom work. Until tomorrow, may God's faithfulness inspire your perseverance.