September 29th - October 3rd
Fulfilling God's Tasks
Day 1: The Power of Simple Obedience
Reading: Luke 19:28-40
Devotional: Jesus' instruction to the disciples to fetch a donkey might have seemed trivial, but it fulfilled prophecy and set the stage for His triumphal entry. Often, God calls us to seemingly small tasks that have far-reaching impacts we can't foresee. Reflect on times when small acts of obedience led to significant outcomes in your life. How might God be calling you to simple obedience today? Remember, in God's economy, no act of faith is too small. Pray for sensitivity to His voice and courage to obey, even in the little things.
Day 2: Encountering Jesus in Unexpected Ways
Reading: Luke 22:47-51
Devotional: Malchus, coming to arrest Jesus, unexpectedly became a recipient of His healing touch. This reminds us that Jesus seeks out even those who oppose Him, showing love and mercy. Consider the "unlikely" people in your life - those who seem far from God. How might Jesus be working to reveal Himself to them? Pray for eyes to see the potential for transformation in every person you meet. Ask God to use you as an instrument of His unexpected grace in someone's life today.
Day 3: Finding Hope in Our Darkest Moments
Reading: Luke 23:39-43
Devotional: The thief on the cross found salvation in his final moments, reminding us it's never too late to turn to Jesus. Even in our darkest hours, when all seems lost, Jesus offers hope and redemption. Reflect on times when you felt hopeless. How did God reveal His presence to you? Remember, no situation is beyond God's redemptive power. Pray for those who feel they've gone too far or done too much to be forgiven. Ask God to give you opportunities to share His message of hope with someone who needs it desperately.
Day 4: Transformative Power of God's Love
Reading: Romans 5:6-11
Devotional: Greg's testimony shared about deliverance from anger illustrates the transformative power of God's love. Christ died for us while we were still sinners, demonstrating a love that changes everything. Consider areas in your life where you need God's transformative touch. What "old self" patterns do you struggle to let go of? Meditate on God's unconditional love for you. Pray for a fresh experience of His grace and the courage to allow it to change you from the inside out.
Day 5: Being God's Hands and Feet
Reading: Matthew 25:31-40
Devotional: The story of taking food to a neighbor and ultimately leading him to Christ exemplifies how we can be God's hands and feet in the world. Simple acts of kindness can open doors to share God's love. Reflect on the "Gordys" in your life - people God might be calling you to reach out to. What small step of kindness could you take today? Pray for sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's leading and boldness to act on it. Ask God to use your simple obedience to bring about eternal impact in someone's life.
Reading: Luke 19:28-40
Devotional: Jesus' instruction to the disciples to fetch a donkey might have seemed trivial, but it fulfilled prophecy and set the stage for His triumphal entry. Often, God calls us to seemingly small tasks that have far-reaching impacts we can't foresee. Reflect on times when small acts of obedience led to significant outcomes in your life. How might God be calling you to simple obedience today? Remember, in God's economy, no act of faith is too small. Pray for sensitivity to His voice and courage to obey, even in the little things.
Day 2: Encountering Jesus in Unexpected Ways
Reading: Luke 22:47-51
Devotional: Malchus, coming to arrest Jesus, unexpectedly became a recipient of His healing touch. This reminds us that Jesus seeks out even those who oppose Him, showing love and mercy. Consider the "unlikely" people in your life - those who seem far from God. How might Jesus be working to reveal Himself to them? Pray for eyes to see the potential for transformation in every person you meet. Ask God to use you as an instrument of His unexpected grace in someone's life today.
Day 3: Finding Hope in Our Darkest Moments
Reading: Luke 23:39-43
Devotional: The thief on the cross found salvation in his final moments, reminding us it's never too late to turn to Jesus. Even in our darkest hours, when all seems lost, Jesus offers hope and redemption. Reflect on times when you felt hopeless. How did God reveal His presence to you? Remember, no situation is beyond God's redemptive power. Pray for those who feel they've gone too far or done too much to be forgiven. Ask God to give you opportunities to share His message of hope with someone who needs it desperately.
Day 4: Transformative Power of God's Love
Reading: Romans 5:6-11
Devotional: Greg's testimony shared about deliverance from anger illustrates the transformative power of God's love. Christ died for us while we were still sinners, demonstrating a love that changes everything. Consider areas in your life where you need God's transformative touch. What "old self" patterns do you struggle to let go of? Meditate on God's unconditional love for you. Pray for a fresh experience of His grace and the courage to allow it to change you from the inside out.
Day 5: Being God's Hands and Feet
Reading: Matthew 25:31-40
Devotional: The story of taking food to a neighbor and ultimately leading him to Christ exemplifies how we can be God's hands and feet in the world. Simple acts of kindness can open doors to share God's love. Reflect on the "Gordys" in your life - people God might be calling you to reach out to. What small step of kindness could you take today? Pray for sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's leading and boldness to act on it. Ask God to use your simple obedience to bring about eternal impact in someone's life.