Connect the sunday message to your week!
These short devotionals help bridge the gap between sunday services. We pray this resource will help you grow in your journey with Jesus!
Day 1
The Urgency of Salvation
Reading: Romans 5:6-11
Devotional: In the sermon, we're reminded that "life is shorter than you think." This urgency echoes in Paul's words about Christ dying for us "at just the right time." Reflect on the immediacy of God's love and salvation. How does knowing that God acted decisively for your salvation, even when you were still a sinner, change your perspective on life's priorities? Consider areas in your life where you might be procrastinating in spiritual matters. How can you respond more urgently to God's call and love today?
Reading: Romans 5:6-11
Devotional: In the sermon, we're reminded that "life is shorter than you think." This urgency echoes in Paul's words about Christ dying for us "at just the right time." Reflect on the immediacy of God's love and salvation. How does knowing that God acted decisively for your salvation, even when you were still a sinner, change your perspective on life's priorities? Consider areas in your life where you might be procrastinating in spiritual matters. How can you respond more urgently to God's call and love today?
Day 2
Being a Light in Darkness
Reading: Matthew 5:14-16
Devotional: The sermon emphasizes our role in "pushing back the kingdom of darkness." Jesus calls us the light of the world, not to be hidden but to shine brightly. How are you currently shining Christ's light in your daily life? Are there areas where you've been hesitant to let your light shine? Pray for courage and opportunities to be a more visible witness for Christ in your sphere of influence. Remember, your life may be the only Bible some people ever read.
Reading: Matthew 5:14-16
Devotional: The sermon emphasizes our role in "pushing back the kingdom of darkness." Jesus calls us the light of the world, not to be hidden but to shine brightly. How are you currently shining Christ's light in your daily life? Are there areas where you've been hesitant to let your light shine? Pray for courage and opportunities to be a more visible witness for Christ in your sphere of influence. Remember, your life may be the only Bible some people ever read.
Day 3
The Power of Personal Testimony
Reading: Acts 4:18-20
Devotional: The importance of sharing our testimony was highlighted in the sermon. Peter and John couldn't help speaking about what they had seen and heard. Your story of encountering Jesus is powerful and unique. Take some time to write down your testimony - who you were before Christ, how you met Him, and how He's changed your life. Pray for an opportunity to share this testimony with someone this week, remembering that you don't need to be a Bible scholar to tell others what Jesus has done for you.
Reading: Acts 4:18-20
Devotional: The importance of sharing our testimony was highlighted in the sermon. Peter and John couldn't help speaking about what they had seen and heard. Your story of encountering Jesus is powerful and unique. Take some time to write down your testimony - who you were before Christ, how you met Him, and how He's changed your life. Pray for an opportunity to share this testimony with someone this week, remembering that you don't need to be a Bible scholar to tell others what Jesus has done for you.
Day 4
Praying for the Lost
Reading: 1 Timothy 2:1-6
Devotional: The sermon challenged us to identify and pray for our "one" - someone who needs Jesus. Paul urges us to pray for all people, emphasizing God's desire for everyone to be saved. Who is your "one"? Spend time in focused prayer for this person today. Ask God to soften their heart, create opportunities for spiritual conversations, and use you as an instrument of His love. Remember, as the sermon stated, "God is already at work on the forefront." Trust in His timing and power to save.
Reading: 1 Timothy 2:1-6
Devotional: The sermon challenged us to identify and pray for our "one" - someone who needs Jesus. Paul urges us to pray for all people, emphasizing God's desire for everyone to be saved. Who is your "one"? Spend time in focused prayer for this person today. Ask God to soften their heart, create opportunities for spiritual conversations, and use you as an instrument of His love. Remember, as the sermon stated, "God is already at work on the forefront." Trust in His timing and power to save.
Day 5
The Christian's Role in Suffering
Reading: Romans 8:18-25
Devotional: The sermon touched on the reality of evil and suffering in our world, pointing to Jesus as the ultimate answer. Paul reminds us that all creation groans, awaiting redemption. In light of recent tragedies mentioned in the sermon, how can you be a source of hope and comfort to those around you? Reflect on how the promise of future glory sustains you in present sufferings. Pray for those who are hurting, and ask God to show you practical ways to demonstrate His love and hope in a broken world.
Reading: Romans 8:18-25
Devotional: The sermon touched on the reality of evil and suffering in our world, pointing to Jesus as the ultimate answer. Paul reminds us that all creation groans, awaiting redemption. In light of recent tragedies mentioned in the sermon, how can you be a source of hope and comfort to those around you? Reflect on how the promise of future glory sustains you in present sufferings. Pray for those who are hurting, and ask God to show you practical ways to demonstrate His love and hope in a broken world.