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
Unity in Christ's Body
Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17
Devotional: Paul's plea for unity in the Corinthian church resonates deeply with our modern struggles. How often do we find ourselves divided over personalities, preferences, or minor doctrinal issues? Today, reflect on the areas where you may be contributing to division within your church or Christian community. Remember, our ultimate allegiance is not to any human leader or denomination, but to Christ alone. Ask God to help you see beyond surface-level differences and focus on the unifying power of the Gospel. Consider practical ways you can promote unity and reconciliation in your relationships with other believers.
Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17
Devotional: Paul's plea for unity in the Corinthian church resonates deeply with our modern struggles. How often do we find ourselves divided over personalities, preferences, or minor doctrinal issues? Today, reflect on the areas where you may be contributing to division within your church or Christian community. Remember, our ultimate allegiance is not to any human leader or denomination, but to Christ alone. Ask God to help you see beyond surface-level differences and focus on the unifying power of the Gospel. Consider practical ways you can promote unity and reconciliation in your relationships with other believers.
Day 2
Spiritual Maturity
Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
Devotional: Paul's frustration with the Corinthians' spiritual immaturity challenges us to examine our own growth in Christ. Are we still content with "milk," or are we actively pursuing the "solid food" of deeper spiritual understanding and obedience? Today, honestly assess your spiritual life. Are there areas where you've remained stagnant or immature? Ask God to reveal any attitudes or behaviors that are hindering your growth. Commit to taking one specific step towards greater spiritual maturity, whether it's dedicating more time to Bible study, seeking mentorship, or addressing a persistent sin in your life.
Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
Devotional: Paul's frustration with the Corinthians' spiritual immaturity challenges us to examine our own growth in Christ. Are we still content with "milk," or are we actively pursuing the "solid food" of deeper spiritual understanding and obedience? Today, honestly assess your spiritual life. Are there areas where you've remained stagnant or immature? Ask God to reveal any attitudes or behaviors that are hindering your growth. Commit to taking one specific step towards greater spiritual maturity, whether it's dedicating more time to Bible study, seeking mentorship, or addressing a persistent sin in your life.
Day 3
Building on the Right Foundation
Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15
Devotional: The image of building on the foundation of Christ is a powerful metaphor for our spiritual lives. What are we constructing with our time, talents, and resources? Are we building with materials that will withstand the test of God's judgment, or are we investing in things that will ultimately burn away? Today, prayerfully consider the motivations behind your actions and decisions. Are you seeking to glorify God and build His kingdom, or are you primarily focused on your own comfort and success? Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in aligning your life more closely with God's purposes.
Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15
Devotional: The image of building on the foundation of Christ is a powerful metaphor for our spiritual lives. What are we constructing with our time, talents, and resources? Are we building with materials that will withstand the test of God's judgment, or are we investing in things that will ultimately burn away? Today, prayerfully consider the motivations behind your actions and decisions. Are you seeking to glorify God and build His kingdom, or are you primarily focused on your own comfort and success? Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in aligning your life more closely with God's purposes.
Day 4
The Temple of God
Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17
Devotional: The realization that we, collectively as the church, are God's temple should profoundly impact how we view ourselves and one another. How might our interactions change if we truly saw each believer as a dwelling place for God's Spirit? Today, focus on treating others with the reverence and respect due to God's temple. Be mindful of your words and actions, seeking to build up rather than tear down. If there's someone you've been in conflict with, take steps towards reconciliation, remembering the sacredness of your shared identity in Christ.
Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17
Devotional: The realization that we, collectively as the church, are God's temple should profoundly impact how we view ourselves and one another. How might our interactions change if we truly saw each believer as a dwelling place for God's Spirit? Today, focus on treating others with the reverence and respect due to God's temple. Be mindful of your words and actions, seeking to build up rather than tear down. If there's someone you've been in conflict with, take steps towards reconciliation, remembering the sacredness of your shared identity in Christ.
Day 5
Overcoming Division with Love
Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Devotional: While this famous passage on love wasn't directly mentioned in the sermon, it provides the ultimate solution to the problem of division. As you read, consider how applying these qualities of love would transform your relationships within the church and beyond. Which aspect of love do you find most challenging to embody? Is it patience, kindness, or perhaps the willingness to bear all things? Today, ask God to fill you with His supernatural love, especially towards those you find difficult to love. Look for practical opportunities to demonstrate Christ-like love, remembering that without love, all our spiritual gifts and knowledge are meaningless.
Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Devotional: While this famous passage on love wasn't directly mentioned in the sermon, it provides the ultimate solution to the problem of division. As you read, consider how applying these qualities of love would transform your relationships within the church and beyond. Which aspect of love do you find most challenging to embody? Is it patience, kindness, or perhaps the willingness to bear all things? Today, ask God to fill you with His supernatural love, especially towards those you find difficult to love. Look for practical opportunities to demonstrate Christ-like love, remembering that without love, all our spiritual gifts and knowledge are meaningless.