23Mar
22Mar
Courageous Conviction
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Here’s Your 90 second AM Devotional!
S-cripture:
Joshua 14:7 (NIV) I was forty years old when Moses the servant of the Lord sent me from Kadesh Barnea to explore the land. And I brought him back a report according to my convictions.O-bservation:
Caleb recounts his mission as one of the spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. Despite the majority report of fear and doubt, Caleb remained steadfast in his conviction and brought back a report aligned with his unwavering faith in God's promise.A-pplication:
As I read this verse I am challenges to uphold courageous conviction in the face of opposition and doubt. I am to trust in God's promises and speak boldly in alignment with His truth, even when it goes against popular opinion. Like Caleb, may I stand firm in my faith and convictions, confident in God's faithfulness to fulfill His word.P-rayer:
Dear Jesus, May I, like Caleb, remain steadfast in my conviction and unwavering in my faith, knowing that you are faithful to fulfill all your promises. Amen
21Mar
Honoring God with Our Bodies
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Here’s Your 90 second AM Devotional!
S-cripture:
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV) Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.O-bservation:
Paul reminds the Corinthians of the significance of their bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes that believers belong to God, having been purchased by the sacrifice of Christ. Therefore, they are called to honor God with their bodies by living in a manner that reflects His holiness and glorifies Him.A-pplication:
I am to recognize the sacredness of my body as a dwelling place of the Holy Spirit, and to consider how I steward my body and live my life in a way that honors God. As the temple of the Holy Spirit, I am called to maintain purity, avoid sinful practices, and pursue holiness in all aspects of my life.P-rayer:
Dear Jesus, Help me to honor you with my body, recognizing the sacredness of my existence as temples of your Spirit. Amen
20Mar
Lessons from Defeat
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Here’s Your 90 second AM Devotional!
S-cripture:
Joshua 7:5 (NIV) The Israelites were routed by the men of Ai, who killed about thirty-six of them.O-bservation:
In this verse, the Israelites suffer defeat at the hands of the men of Ai. Despite their previous victories, their disobedience and sin resulted in God withdrawing His favor and allowing them to be defeated in battle. This defeat serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of obedience and faithfulness to God's commands.A-pplication:
This passage challenges me to take heed of the consequences of sin and disobedience in my life. I am reminded to examine my hearts and actions, ensuring that I am living in alignment with God's will and commands. Like the Israelites, I must recognize that disobedience can lead to defeat and separation from God's presence, and I must strive to walk in obedience and faithfulness.P-rayer:
Dear Jesus, Help me to walk in obedience and faithfulness to your commands. Keep me from the allure of sin and disobedience that leads to defeat and separation from your presence. Amen
19Mar