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Day 1: Living to Please God
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1 – “We ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God, just as you are doing, that you do so more and more.”
Reflection: The Thessalonian Christians were commended for living lives that pleased God, yet Paul urged them to continue growing. Our journey with God is ongoing, and there is always room for deeper faith and greater love. Reflect on areas in your life where you can strive to please God more. Are there habits or attitudes that need to change?
Prayer: Lord, help me to live a life that pleases You. Show me the areas where I need to grow and give me the strength to pursue holiness. Amen.
Day 2: The Call to Holiness
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3, 7 – “It is God’s will that you should be sanctified… For God has not called us for impurity, but to live a holy life.”
Reflection: Holiness means being set apart for God, living a life that reflects His purity and love. This is a process that requires daily commitment. Consider what it means to be sanctified in your daily life. How can you set yourself apart from worldly influences?
Prayer: Father, sanctify me by Your truth. Help me to live a life that is holy and pleasing to You, resisting the temptations of the world. Amen.
Day 3: Avoiding the Barnyard
Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17 – “Do not love the world or anything in the world… The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever.”
Reflection: The parable of the wild duck reminds us of the dangers of becoming too comfortable in worldly pleasures. Reflect on areas where you might be settling for less than God’s best. Are there comforts or habits that are keeping you from fully following Christ?
Prayer: Lord, help me to recognize the barnyards in my life. Give me the courage to leave behind what holds me back from fully following You. Amen.
Day 4: Being a Living Testimony
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1 – “Let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.”
Reflection: Our lives should be a testimony to God’s work in us. When others see us, they should see Christ. Reflect on how your life can be a witness to others. Are there areas where you need to purify your actions or thoughts?
Prayer: Jesus, let my life be a reflection of Your love and holiness. Help me to be a living testimony to those around me. Amen.
Day 5: Moving Forward in Faith
Scripture: Mark 8:35 – “If you insist on saving your life, you will lose it. Only those who throw away their lives for my sake and for the sake of the Good News will ever know what it means to really live.”
Reflection: True life is found in surrendering to Christ and living for His purposes. Consider what it means to “throw away” your life for Jesus. What steps can you take to move forward in faith and live fully for Him?
Prayer: Lord, I surrender my life to You. Help me to live fully for Your sake and the sake of the Gospel. Show me how to move forward in faith and experience the abundant life You offer. Amen.
May these devotionals inspire you to grow in your faith and live a life that is pleasing to God.
