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Kingdom Coming Part 5 Devotionals
Day 1: Planted with Purpose
Devotional In the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, we see that God plants us where He wants us to be. These three men were in Babylon, a place that was not their home, yet they were there for a purpose. God was aware of their situation and had a plan for them. Similarly, God plants us in specific places and situations for His divine reasons. We may not always understand why we are where we are, but we can trust that God is aware and has a purpose for us. Embrace where you are planted and seek to fulfill God’s purpose in that place.
Bible Verse Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. – 1 Peter 4:12
Reflection Question How can you embrace the place where God has planted you and seek to fulfill His purpose there?
Quote God plants you where he plants you and then he’s aware of what’s going on.
Prayer Lord, help me to trust that You have planted me where I am for a reason. Give me the strength and wisdom to fulfill Your purpose in this place. Amen.
Day 2: Loving Our Neighbors
Devotional Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were not only faithful to God but also lived in a way that impacted those around them. Their refusal to bow to the golden image was a testament to their faith and integrity. As believers, we are called to love our neighbors and be good examples of Christ’s love. This means standing firm in our faith and showing love and kindness to those around us, even when it’s challenging. Our actions can speak volumes and draw others to Christ.
Bible Verse Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. – 1 Peter 4:12
Reflection Question In what ways can you show love and kindness to your neighbors, even when it’s difficult?
Quote Help us, God, to be good neighbors, to love our neighbors well.
Prayer God, help me to be a good neighbor and to love those around me well. Give me the courage to stand firm in my faith and to be a light to others. Amen.
Day 3: Unconditional Trust
Devotional The faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego was not dependent on their circumstances. They trusted God unconditionally, even when faced with the threat of death. True faith means trusting God for who He is, not just for what He can do for us. It means believing that He is good and sovereign, even when things don’t go as we hope. This kind of faith helps us to stand firm in the face of trials and challenges, knowing that God is with us and has a plan for our lives.
Bible Verse Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. – 1 Peter 4:12
Reflection Question Do you trust God unconditionally, even when things don’t go as you hope? How can you grow in this kind of faith?
Quote True faith trusts God without conditions.
Prayer Lord, help me to trust You unconditionally. Strengthen my faith and help me to believe in Your goodness and sovereignty, no matter what. Amen.
Day 4: Standing Firm Against Pressure
Devotional Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego faced immense pressure to conform to the culture around them, yet they stood firm in their faith. As believers, we too face pressure to conform to the world. However, we are called to stand firm and not compromise our beliefs. This requires courage and a deep commitment to God. Remember that God is with us, and He will give us the strength to stand firm, just as He did for Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.
Bible Verse Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. – 1 Peter 4:12
Reflection Question In what areas of your life do you feel pressure to conform to the world? How can you stand firm in your faith in those areas?
Quote There’s this pressure to conform.
Prayer God, give me the courage to stand firm in my faith and not to conform to the pressures of the world. Help me to be a light in the darkness. Amen.
Day 5: God is With Us
Devotiona lIn the fiery furnace, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were not alone. A fourth figure, believed to be a pre-incarnate Jesus Christ, was with them. This powerful image reminds us that we are never alone in our trials. Jesus is with us, guiding and protecting us through every challenge we face. He took all our mess and paid for it on the cross. No matter what we go through, we can have confidence that Jesus is with us, and He will never leave us.
Bible Verse Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. – 1 Peter 4:12
Reflection Question How does knowing that Jesus is with you in your trials change the way you face challenges?
Quote When you’re going through a fiery ordeal, you’re not alone.
Prayer Jesus, thank You for being with me in every trial. Help me to trust in Your presence and to find comfort in knowing that You are always with me. Amen.
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Kingdom Coming Part 4 Devotionals
Day 1: Trusting in God’s Faithfulness
Devotional Today, let’s focus on the foundation of our faith: trusting in God’s faithfulness. Jeremiah 31 speaks of a New Covenant where God promises to write His law on our hearts and minds. This covenant is a testament to His unwavering faithfulness and love for us. Often, we find ourselves placing trust in our own abilities or in others, but God calls us to trust Him completely. Reflect on areas in your life where you might be relying more on yourself than on God. Remember, He is completely trustworthy and His plans for us are always good.
Bible Verse “The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: ‘I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.’” – Jeremiah 31:3
Reflection Question In what areas of your life are you struggling to trust God fully, and how can you begin to shift that trust to Him?
Quote God is completely trustworthy.
Prayer Lord, help me to trust in Your faithfulness. Show me the areas where I am relying on my own strength and guide me to place my trust in You. Thank You for Your everlasting love and kindness. Amen.
Day 2: The Balance of Law and Love
Devotional The New Covenant is a beautiful blend of law and love. God’s relationship with us is like a marriage, combining both commitment and affection. This balance is crucial in our walk with God. We often struggle to find this balance, either leaning too much on rules or too much on leniency. The Holy Spirit helps us navigate this tension, guiding us to live in a way that honors both God’s holiness and His love. Reflect on how you can better balance law and love in your daily life, especially in your interactions with others.
Bible Verse “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.” – Deuteronomy 7:9
Reflection Question How can you better balance law and love in your relationships and daily interactions?
Quote A covenant is a binding relationship that combines both law and love.
Prayer Father, teach me to balance law and love in my life. Help me to honor Your commandments while showing Your love and grace to others. Guide me through Your Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 3: Empowered by the Holy Spirit
Devotional The New Covenant empowers us through the Holy Spirit. This empowerment is not just about following rules but about internal transformation. The Holy Spirit writes God’s law on our hearts, giving us the strength and desire to live according to His will. This transformation leads to a life filled with compassion, discernment, and peace. Reflect on how the Holy Spirit is working in your life and how you can be more open to His guidance.
Bible Verse “Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: ‘Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole.’” – Galatians 3:13
Reflection Question In what ways can you be more open to the guidance and empowerment of the Holy Spirit in your daily life?
Quote Because Holy Spirit is in us. Because of the new covenant. There’s things that should change in us, and one of them is, I like to call it, empowered compassion.
Prayer Holy Spirit, fill me with Your presence and guide me in all that I do. Help me to be open to Your transformation and to live a life that reflects Your love and grace. Amen.
Day 4: Living in the Tension
Devotional Living in the tension between law and love requires a deep relationship with God. This relationship involves constant prayer, reading the Bible, and listening to the Holy Spirit. It’s about pressing into God and seeking His guidance in every aspect of our lives. This tension is not something to be feared but embraced, as it draws us closer to God and helps us grow in our faith. Reflect on how you can deepen your relationship with God and live in this tension with grace and trust.
Bible Verse “The angel of the Lord went up from Gilgal to Bokim and said, ‘I brought you up out of Egypt and led you into the land I swore to give to your ancestors. I said, ‘I will never break my covenant with you.’” – Judges 2:1
Reflection Question How can you deepen your relationship with God and embrace the tension between law and love in your life?
Quote Living in attention requires a relationship. It requires you pressing in all the time to the Lord. It requires you praying, it requires you stopping to listen. It requires you reading the Bible.
Prayer Lord, help me to embrace the tension between law and love. Draw me closer to You through prayer, reading Your Word, and listening to Your Spirit. Guide me in all that I do. Amen.
Day 5: Empowered Compassion
Devotional As believers filled with the Holy Spirit, we are called to show empowered compassion. This compassion is not of our own making but a supernatural outpouring of God’s love through us. It means showing grace and mercy, even when it’s difficult. Reflect on how you can show empowered compassion in your daily life, especially to those who may not deserve it. Remember, we didn’t earn God’s love, yet He freely gives it to us.
Bible Verse “If you pay attention to these laws and are careful to follow them, then the Lord your God will keep his covenant of love with you, as he swore to your ancestors.” – Deuteronomy 7:12
Reflection Question How can you show empowered compassion to those around you, especially to those who may not deserve it?
Quote As a believer in Christ filled with the Holy Spirit, you should be the most compassionate people we all should be on the planet because of the realization that we didn’t earn this and that, that he’s forgiven us and that even though I have broken the covenant at every turn, he’s been faithful.
Prayer Lord, fill me with Your empowered compassion. Help me to show Your love and grace to everyone I encounter, even when it’s difficult. Thank You for Your unending love and faithfulness. Amen.
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Kingdom Coming Part 3 Devotionals
Day 1: The Cursed Tree
Devotional Jeremiah uses the powerful analogy of two trees to illustrate his message. The cursed tree, representing those who trust in human strength, dwells in parched places and leads to a life of desolation. When we place our trust in our own abilities or in other people, we often find ourselves in a spiritual wasteland, feeling dry and unfulfilled. This is because human strength is limited and unreliable. Reflect on areas in your life where you might be relying too much on your own strength or the strength of others. Recognize that this path leads to desolation and emptiness.
Bible Verse ‘Thus says the Lord: “Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart turns away from the Lord.”’ – Jeremiah 17:5
Reflection Question In what areas of your life are you relying on your own strength or the strength of others instead of trusting in God?
Quote The cursed tree, representing those who trust in human strength, dwells in parched places and leads to a life of desolation.
Prayer Lord, help me to see the areas in my life where I am relying on my own strength or the strength of others. Guide me to place my trust in You alone, so that I may avoid the desolation that comes from misplaced confidence. Amen.
Day 2: The Blessed Tree
Devotional In contrast to the cursed tree, the blessed tree is rooted by the water, symbolizing those who trust in God and continually bear fruit, even in challenging times. When we place our trust in God, we are like a tree planted by streams of water, always nourished and able to withstand difficult seasons. This trust in God allows us to experience peace and fruitfulness, regardless of external circumstances. Reflect on how trusting in God has brought you peace and fruitfulness in your life.
Bible Verse ‘He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.’ – Jeremiah 17:8
Reflection Question How has trusting in God brought peace and fruitfulness into your life, even during challenging times?
Quote The blessed tree, rooted by the water, symbolizes those who trust in God and continually bear fruit, even in challenging times.
Prayer Heavenly Father, thank You for being my source of strength and nourishment. Help me to trust in You fully, so that I may be like the blessed tree, always bearing fruit and experiencing Your peace. Amen.
Day 3: The Deceitfulness of the Heart
Devotional Jeremiah warns about the deceitfulness of the human heart, which often leads us to place our trust in unreliable sources. Our hearts can be deceptive, making us believe that we can find security and strength in things other than God. This deception can lead us away from the true source of life and into a state of spiritual drought. Take time to examine your heart and identify any areas where you might be deceived into trusting in something other than God.
Bible Verse ‘The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?’ – Jeremiah 17:9
Reflection Question Are there areas in your life where your heart has deceived you into trusting in something other than God?
Quote Jeremiah also warns about the deceitfulness of the human heart, which often leads us to place our trust in unreliable sources.
Prayer Lord, reveal to me the areas where my heart has deceived me. Help me to see clearly and to place my trust in You alone. Cleanse my heart and guide me back to You. Amen.
Day 4: Replanting Our Roots
Devotional To overcome the deceitfulness of our hearts, we must replant our roots in God, making Him our ultimate source of security and strength. This means consciously choosing to trust in God and aligning our lives with His will. It’s not about trying harder or changing external circumstances, but about reorienting our hearts towards God. Reflect on how you can replant your roots in God and make Him the center of your life.
Bible Verse ‘Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved, for you are my praise.’ – Jeremiah 17:14
Reflection Question What steps can you take to replant your roots in God and make Him the center of your life?
Quote To overcome this, we must replant our roots in God, making Him our ultimate source of security and strength.
Prayer Father, I want to replant my roots in You. Help me to trust in You completely and to make You the center of my life. Heal my heart and guide me in Your ways. Amen.
Day 5: Experiencing Peace and Fruitfulness
Devotional By replanting our roots in God, we can experience the peace and fruitfulness that come from being deeply rooted in His grace and love. This peace is not dependent on external circumstances but is a result of our trust in God. When we are rooted in Him, we can withstand any storm and continue to bear fruit. Reflect on the peace and fruitfulness you have experienced by being rooted in God’s grace and love.
Bible Verse ‘He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.’ – Jeremiah 17:8
Reflection Question How has being deeply rooted in God’s grace and love brought peace and fruitfulness into your life?
Quote By doing so, you can experience the peace and fruitfulness that come from being deeply rooted in His grace and love.
Prayer Lord, thank You for the peace and fruitfulness that come from being deeply rooted in Your grace and love. Help me to remain steadfast in my trust in You, no matter the circumstances. Amen.
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