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Kingdom Coming Part 9 Devotionals
Day 1: The Source of True Joy
Devotional As we continue this Advent journey, let’s focus on the source of true joy. Unlike happiness, which is fleeting and dependent on external circumstances, joy is deeply rooted in our relationship with God. Isaiah 12:2-6 reminds us that we can draw water from the wells of salvation with joy. This imagery speaks to the refreshing and sustaining nature of God’s salvation. When we trust in God, we find strength and defense in Him. Reflect on how your relationship with God is the well from which you draw your joy.
Bible Verse ‘Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.’ – Isaiah 12:2
Reflection Question How can you draw more deeply from the well of God’s salvation to find true joy in your life?
Quote With joy, you will draw water from the wells of salvation.
Prayer Lord, help me to trust in You and not be afraid. Let me draw deeply from the well of Your salvation and find true joy in Your presence. Amen.
Day 2: Joy in the Good News
Devotional The birth of Jesus is the ultimate good news that brings great joy to all people. In Luke 2:8-14, the shepherds received this joyous news from the angels, who proclaimed the birth of the Savior. This joy is not just for a moment but is meant to be a lasting source of delight and hope. As we reflect on the birth of Jesus, let’s remember that this good news is for us too. It is a reminder that God loves us so much that He sent His Son to be our Savior.
Bible Verse ‘But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.’ – Luke 2:10
Reflection Question How does the good news of Jesus’ birth bring joy to your life today?
Quote I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.
Prayer Heavenly Father, thank You for the good news of Jesus’ birth. Help me to find joy in this message and share it with others. Amen.
Day 3: Joy in God’s Presence
Devotional Psalm 16 speaks of the joy that comes from being in God’s presence. This joy is not just a fleeting emotion but a deep and enduring delight that fills us with eternal pleasures. When we spend time in worship and prayer, we are reminded of God’s goodness and faithfulness. This connection with God helps us to experience His joy in our daily lives. Make it a priority to seek God’s presence and let His joy fill your heart.
Bible Verse ‘You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.’ – Psalm 16:11
Reflection Question What steps can you take to spend more time in God’s presence and experience His joy?
Quote You will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.
Prayer Lord, fill me with joy in Your presence. Help me to seek You daily and find delight in our relationship. Amen.
Day 4: Sharing Joy Through Kindness
Devotional Acts 20 reminds us of the words of Jesus, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ One way to experience and share joy is through acts of kindness and encouragement. When we focus on helping others, we reflect God’s love and bring joy into their lives. This Advent season, look for opportunities to be a blessing to others. Whether it’s a kind word, a helping hand, or a thoughtful gesture, your actions can make a difference.
Bible Verse ‘In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ – Acts 20:35
Reflection Question How can you share joy with others through acts of kindness and encouragement?
Quote Remembering the words, the Lord Jesus himself said, it’s more blessed to give than to receive.
Prayer Lord, help me to be a source of joy for others through my actions. Teach me to give generously and reflect Your love. Amen.
Day 5: Anchoring in God’s Promises
Devotional Romans 15:13 speaks of the hope and joy that come from trusting in God’s promises. When we anchor our hearts in His promises, we are filled with joy and peace by the power of the Holy Spirit. This joy becomes our strength and helps us navigate the challenges of life. Trusting in God’s timing and His plans for us is crucial. As we conclude this devotional series, let’s commit to anchoring our hearts in God’s promises and allowing His joy to overflow in our lives.
Bible Verse ‘May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.’ – Romans 15:13
Reflection Question What promises of God can you anchor your heart in to experience His joy and peace?
Quote Anchor your heart in God’s promises in order for all these things to flow in.
Prayer Heavenly Father, fill me with Your joy and peace as I trust in Your promises. Let Your Holy Spirit guide me and overflow in my life. Amen.
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Kingdom Coming Part 8 Devotionals
Day 1: The Foundation of Peace
Devotional In Isaiah 9, Jesus is prophesied as the Prince of Peace. This title is not just a comforting name; it signifies the profound peace He brings into our lives. The most fundamental need of every human being is being at peace with God. This peace is foundational and is achieved through faith and justification in Jesus Christ. When we are at peace with God, it sets the stage for every other form of peace in our lives. It is the bedrock upon which we can build peace within ourselves and with others.
Bible Verse Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. – Romans 5:1
Reflection Question How can you actively seek to strengthen your peace with God today?
Quote Peace with God is the foundation on which every other pursuit of peace is built.
Prayer Lord, thank You for the peace that comes from being justified through faith in Jesus Christ. Help me to anchor my heart in this foundational peace and to seek You daily. Amen.
Day 2: Inner Peace
Devotional Once we have peace with God, it extends to our inner being. This divine peace guards us against anxiety and fear, enabling us to live abundantly. Jesus promises us His peace, a peace that the world cannot give. This peace is a gift that calms our hearts and minds, even in the midst of life’s storms. By staying connected to Him, we can experience this true peace that surpasses all understanding.
Bible Verse Peace, I leave with you. My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled. Don’t be afraid. – John 14:27
Reflection Question What steps can you take to stay connected to Jesus and experience His peace in your daily life?
Quote True peace comes from staying connected to Him.
Prayer Lord, thank You for the gift of Your peace. Help me to stay connected to You and to trust in Your promises, so that my heart may not be troubled or afraid. Amen.
Day 3: Peace with Others
Devotional Having peace with God and inner peace naturally leads us to pursue peace with others. We are called to extend grace and forgiveness, just as God has done for us. This Christmas season, let us be vessels of His love and grace in our relationships. By being kind and compassionate, we reflect the peace of Christ to those around us. This not only strengthens our relationships but also brings glory to God.
Bible Verse Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ, God forgave you. – Ephesians 4:32
Reflection Question Is there someone in your life with whom you need to make peace? How can you extend grace and forgiveness to them?
Quote Be Kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ, God forgave you.
Prayer Lord, help me to be kind and compassionate, forgiving others as You have forgiven me. Let Your peace flow through me to those around me. Amen.
Day 4: Anchoring in His Promises
Devotional In times of uncertainty and turmoil, anchoring our hearts in God’s promises brings us peace. Trusting in the Lord, who is our eternal rock, gives us stability and assurance. His peace guards our hearts and minds, allowing us to remain calm and hopeful. Reflecting on all the things God has done for us can change our hearts and fill us with gratitude and peace.
Bible Verse Trust in the Lord forever. For the Lord, the Lord Himself, is the rock eternal. – Isaiah 26:4
Reflection Question What promises of God can you hold onto today to anchor your heart in His peace?
Quote Something changes in your heart when you focus on all the things that God has done for you.
Prayer Lord, thank You for being my eternal rock. Help me to trust in Your promises and to anchor my heart in Your peace. Amen.
Day 5: Becoming Vessels of Peace
Devotional As we embrace the peace of Christ, we are called to become vessels of His love and grace in our relationships. This means actively seeking renewal, revival, and breakthrough of His kingdom in our communities. By living out His peace, we can bring hope and healing to those around us. Let us worship and thank God for everything He is doing in our lives and commit to being instruments of His peace.
Bible Verse Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. – Philippians 4:7
Reflection Question How can you be a vessel of Christ’s peace in your community this week?
Quote Lord, we are just so thankful for everything that you’re doing here. You’re awesome.
Prayer Lord, thank You for everything You are doing in my life. Help me to be a vessel of Your peace and to bring hope and healing to those around me. Amen.
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Kingdom Coming Part 7 Devotionals
Day 1: The Transformative Power of Hope
Devotional Hope is not just a fleeting feeling; it is a powerful force that can transform our lives. When we anchor our hope in God’s promises, it changes our perspective and helps us endure hardships. Isaiah’s prophecies, delivered during Israel’s exile, spoke of a future Messiah who would bring restoration. This message of hope is especially relevant during the Advent season, as it extends to us today while we await Christ’s return. We, too, live in a form of exile, separated from the perfect existence we were created for. However, the hope we have in Christ’s return and the ultimate restoration of all things gives us the strength to persevere.
Bible Verse Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. – Psalm 119:105
Reflection Question How can you anchor your hope in God’s promises today, especially during challenging times?
Quote Hope is transformative, changing our perspective and helping us endure hardships.
Prayer Lord, help me to anchor my hope in Your eternal promises. Transform my perspective and give me the strength to endure hardships, knowing that Your restoration is coming. Amen.
Day 2: Hope in the Heaven and Earth Connection
Devotional Isaiah 2:1-5 symbolizes hope with the mountain of the Lord, representing the ultimate heaven and earth connection. This connection is where enmity dies, and love wins. As we walk in the light of the Lord, we learn to be fully human, reflecting God’s light to the world. This hope is not just for the future but for our daily lives. It encourages us to live out our faith, sharing hope with others through acts of kindness and encouragement.
Bible Verse The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp. – Revelation 21:23
Reflection Question In what ways can you reflect God’s light to the world today?
Quote Hope is pictured here because at the mountain, in that connection with God, in the heaven and earth connection, that’s where enmity dies.
Prayer Heavenly Father, help me to walk in Your light and reflect it to those around me. Let my actions be a beacon of hope and love in a world that desperately needs it. Amen.
Day 3: The Power of Hope in Restoration
Devotional Hope is powerful. It really changes things. Isaiah’s prophecies spoke of a future where everything is restored and renewed. This hope is not just a distant dream but a promise we can hold onto. It reminds us that no matter how broken our world may seem, God’s plan is to restore all things. This hope gives us the courage to face each day, knowing that God’s restoration is coming.
Bible Verse The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. – John 1:5
Reflection Question How does the promise of God’s restoration give you courage to face your daily challenges?
Quote Hope is powerful. Hope really changes things.
Prayer Lord, thank You for the promise of restoration. Help me to hold onto this hope and let it give me the courage to face each day with faith and trust in Your plan. Amen.
Day 4: Living Out Hope Daily
Devotional Hope is significant for all of us. It is not just a concept but a way of life. As we anchor our hope in God’s eternal promises, we are called to live out this hope daily. This means sharing it with others through acts of kindness and encouragement. By doing so, we become vessels of God’s hope, bringing light to a world that often feels dark and hopeless.
Bible Verse Because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the rising sun will come to us from heaven to shine on those living in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace. – Luke 1:78-79
Reflection Question How can you be a vessel of God’s hope to someone in need today?
Quote Hope is significant for all of us.
Prayer Father, help me to live out Your hope daily. Let my actions and words be a source of encouragement and kindness to those around me. Use me to bring Your light to those who are in darkness. Amen.
Day 5: The Ultimate Hope in Christ’s Return
Devotional Hope is that at some point in time Jesus is coming again. This ultimate hope is what sustains us as we navigate the challenges of life. We are reminded that our current struggles are temporary and that a day is coming when everything will be restored and renewed. This hope is not just for the future but impacts how we live today. It encourages us to persevere, to love, and to share this hope with others.
Bible Verse They will see his face, and his name will be on their foreheads. There will be no more night. They will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, for the Lord God will give them light. And they will reign for ever and ever. – Revelation 22:4-5
Reflection Question How does the hope of Christ’s return influence the way you live your life today?
Quote Hope is that at some point in time Jesus is coming again.
Prayer Lord Jesus, thank You for the promise of Your return. Help me to live each day in the light of this hope, persevering through challenges and sharing Your love with others. Amen.
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