Celebrating Others' Success
Devotional
Perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of Christian community is genuinely celebrating others' successes—especially when they receive the recognition, opportunity, or blessing we desired for ourselves. Yet this is precisely what God calls us to do. The Edomites not only failed to help Israel in trouble; they actively rejoiced in their downfall. The opposite of this attitude isn't merely refraining from celebrating others' failures—it's actively rejoicing in their successes. When someone receives a promotion we wanted, gets recognized for work similar to our own, or seems to be blessed in ways we've been praying for ourselves, our natural response might be envy or resentment. But God invites us to a supernatural response: genuine celebration. This kind of selfless joy becomes possible when we truly grasp that we're on the same team. In God's kingdom, another person's win is a win for all of us. Their blessing doesn't diminish what God has for us; there's no scarcity in His economy. Practicing this kind of celebration requires intentionality. It might mean sending a congratulatory message when it would be easier to remain silent, speaking well of others' accomplishments rather than minimizing them, or finding specific ways to support someone else's success. When we choose to rejoice with those who rejoice, we participate in God's work of restoration. We become agents of His kingdom where competition gives way to cooperation and where every gift is valued for its contribution to the whole.
Bible Verse
"Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep." - Romans 12:15
Reflection Question
Think of someone whose success has been difficult for you to celebrate. What might change if you began to view their achievements as a win for God's kingdom rather than a loss for you personally?
Quote
"Just think about how much unity and love would overflow in our lives if we truly rejoiced in each other's accomplishments. If we truly supported each other's gifts with no competition, no jealousy, no. Well, that should have been me."
Prayer
Father, forgive me for the times I've struggled to celebrate others' successes. Transform my heart so that I can genuinely rejoice when others are blessed. Help me to see that in Your kingdom, we rise together rather than at each other's expense. Thank You for the unique purpose You have for my life. In Jesus' name, amen.
Perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of Christian community is genuinely celebrating others' successes—especially when they receive the recognition, opportunity, or blessing we desired for ourselves. Yet this is precisely what God calls us to do. The Edomites not only failed to help Israel in trouble; they actively rejoiced in their downfall. The opposite of this attitude isn't merely refraining from celebrating others' failures—it's actively rejoicing in their successes. When someone receives a promotion we wanted, gets recognized for work similar to our own, or seems to be blessed in ways we've been praying for ourselves, our natural response might be envy or resentment. But God invites us to a supernatural response: genuine celebration. This kind of selfless joy becomes possible when we truly grasp that we're on the same team. In God's kingdom, another person's win is a win for all of us. Their blessing doesn't diminish what God has for us; there's no scarcity in His economy. Practicing this kind of celebration requires intentionality. It might mean sending a congratulatory message when it would be easier to remain silent, speaking well of others' accomplishments rather than minimizing them, or finding specific ways to support someone else's success. When we choose to rejoice with those who rejoice, we participate in God's work of restoration. We become agents of His kingdom where competition gives way to cooperation and where every gift is valued for its contribution to the whole.
Bible Verse
"Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep." - Romans 12:15
Reflection Question
Think of someone whose success has been difficult for you to celebrate. What might change if you began to view their achievements as a win for God's kingdom rather than a loss for you personally?
Quote
"Just think about how much unity and love would overflow in our lives if we truly rejoiced in each other's accomplishments. If we truly supported each other's gifts with no competition, no jealousy, no. Well, that should have been me."
Prayer
Father, forgive me for the times I've struggled to celebrate others' successes. Transform my heart so that I can genuinely rejoice when others are blessed. Help me to see that in Your kingdom, we rise together rather than at each other's expense. Thank You for the unique purpose You have for my life. In Jesus' name, amen.
Recent
Archive
2025
January
Releasing With ConfidenceLearning Through ServiceGrowing in CourageCarrying the Vision ForwardEmpowered WitnessesEmpowered WitnessesEmpowered WitnessesEmpowered WitnessesEmpowered WitnessesEmpowered WitnessesEmpowered WitnessesLiving In The SpiritLiving In The Spirit Living In The Spirit Living In The SpiritLiving In The SpiritLiving In The SpiritLiving In The SpiritThe Promise Of The Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit Empowers BelieversThe Spirit Glorifies GodThe Spirit Convicts Ands Draws People To ChristThe Spirit Builds Unity In The ChurchLiving A Spirited Filled LifeCarrying The Vision ForwardBe Spiritually AlertShare What You HaveTrust Heaven's SupplyStep Out In FaithLet Praise Flow FreelyPointing Others To Jesus
February
Live With ExpectationsThe Source Of BoldnessOrdinary PeopleOpposition Will ComeThe Sovereignty Of GodBoldness Through PrayerUnity & GenerosityThe Charge To Be BoldThe Spirit Of TruthIntegrity Before GodThe Power of The Holy SpiritBoldness In PersecutionObedience Over CompromiseRejoice In SufferingLiving In The Spirit Challenges In GrowthSpirit Led DelegationThe Power Of ServingSpirit Filled LeadershipMultiplication Through ObedienceOpposition To FaithfulnessReflecting God's GloryCourage To Stand For TRUTHFacing Opposition With FaithFixing Our Eyes On EyesThe Power Of The Holy Spirit For BoldnessLoving & Forgiving Like JesusLiving With Eternal Perspective
March
Reflecting God's Love In PersecutionEmpowered For A PurposeThe Spirit as Your GuideBoldness Through The SpiritWalking In Step With the SpiritStirring Up the FireFellowship & GrowthA Life of Power & PurposeThe Gospel Advances Through HardshipBoldness in OppositionThe Power of The Holy Spirit is A GiftTrue Repentance Leads to TransformationObedience to the Spirit's LeadingThe Power of the WordGod's Kingdom Knows No BoundariesEncountering JesusSpiritual Blindness Before SightOvercoming Fear To Obey GodRemoving The ScalesBoldness in TransformationWalking In The Power Of The Holy SpiritMiracles That Lead To RevivalSeeing As God SeesThe Call to ObedienceBreaking Down BarriersGod Shows No FavoritismThe Spirit Confirms God's WorkBaptized Into A New IdentitySharing The Gospel Without PrejudiceBreaking Traditions For The GospelSeeing As God Sees
April
The Evidence of the Holy SpiritEvangelism Beyond BordersEncouraging Others In Their CallingThe Power Of Teamwork In MinistryGenerosity and Sensitivity to the SpiritThe Power of Prayer in PersecutionChains Don't Define YouWalking In Faith, EvenWhen It Feels UnrealPraying with ExpectationGod's Power Over Earthly Authority
Categories
no categories
No Comments