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Daily Devotionals
Week of April 29th
Daily Prayer: God I devote this time to you. Use it to help me possess the same mindset of your son Jesus Christ and to grow in holiness of heart and life. Amen.
Day 1: Recognizing Prevenient Grace
Bible Passage: Jeremiah 1:5 - "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations."
Devotional:
Before we were even aware, God's grace was at work in our lives. Just as God knew and set apart Jeremiah for a purpose, we too are known and called by God. Reflect on how God has been present in your life, even before you realized it.
Question for Reflection:
How can you see God’s prevenient grace working in your life, shaping you for His purpose before you were aware of His presence?
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Day 2: Walking Through the Doorway of Justifying Grace
Bible Passage: Romans 5:1 - "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ."
Devotional:
Entering into a relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ brings us peace and forgiveness. Justifying grace is like stepping through a doorway, accepting the invitation into God’s family. Consider the peace that comes with forgiveness and how it has transformed your life.
Question for Reflection:
In what ways has accepting God's justifying grace brought peace into your life and altered your relationship with Him?
Day 2: Walking Through the Doorway of Justifying Grace
Bible Passage: Romans 5:1 - "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ."
Devotional:
Entering into a relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ brings us peace and forgiveness. Justifying grace is like stepping through a doorway, accepting the invitation into God’s family. Consider the peace that comes with forgiveness and how it has transformed your life.
Question for Reflection:
In what ways has accepting God's justifying grace brought peace into your life and altered your relationship with Him?
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Day 3: The Process of Sanctifying Grace
Bible Passage: 2 Corinthians 3:18 - "And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit."
Devotional:
Sanctification is a journey of growth and transformation, where we become more like Christ. This grace empowers us to live holy lives, set apart for God's purpose. Meditate on how you've experienced growth in your faith and character.
Question for Reflection:
How is the transformative power of sanctifying grace at work in you, helping you to reflect God's image more each day?
Day 3: The Process of Sanctifying Grace
Bible Passage: 2 Corinthians 3:18 - "And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit."
Devotional:
Sanctification is a journey of growth and transformation, where we become more like Christ. This grace empowers us to live holy lives, set apart for God's purpose. Meditate on how you've experienced growth in your faith and character.
Question for Reflection:
How is the transformative power of sanctifying grace at work in you, helping you to reflect God's image more each day?
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Day 4: Growing in Holiness Together
Bible Passage: Hebrews 10:24-25 - "And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."
Devotional:
Our faith is not meant to be lived in isolation. As a community, we are called to encourage one another in love and good deeds. Reflect on the role of fellowship in your spiritual growth and how you contribute to the spiritual well-being of others.
Question for Reflection:
In what ways can you actively engage in your faith community to support and be supported in the journey toward holiness?
Day 4: Growing in Holiness Together
Bible Passage: Hebrews 10:24-25 - "And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."
Devotional:
Our faith is not meant to be lived in isolation. As a community, we are called to encourage one another in love and good deeds. Reflect on the role of fellowship in your spiritual growth and how you contribute to the spiritual well-being of others.
Question for Reflection:
In what ways can you actively engage in your faith community to support and be supported in the journey toward holiness?
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Day 5: Extending Grace Through Service
Bible Passage: Matthew 5:16 - "In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
Devotional:
Service is an extension of God’s grace to others. As we live out our calling, our actions reflect the love of Christ to the world. Think about how your deeds can serve as a witness to God’s grace in your life.
Question for Reflection:
What are some practical ways you can shine your light through service, allowing others to experience God’s grace through your actions?
Day 5: Extending Grace Through Service
Bible Passage: Matthew 5:16 - "In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
Devotional:
Service is an extension of God’s grace to others. As we live out our calling, our actions reflect the love of Christ to the world. Think about how your deeds can serve as a witness to God’s grace in your life.
Question for Reflection:
What are some practical ways you can shine your light through service, allowing others to experience God’s grace through your actions?