Saturday, January 11, 2025
God has blessed us in so many ways. The grace he offers us through his Son, Jesus, is incredible. What is your natural response to this tremendous gift?
Today, I invite you to light a candle to acknowledge God’s faithfulness. It also serves as a peaceful reminder of the presence of the Holy Spirit, who God sent to dwell in us as a deposit of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:14).
We see this in the early church when flames appeared as believers were filled with the Holy Spirit on Pentecost, fifty days after Christ’s resurrection.
Acts 2:3-4
3 Then, what looked like flames or tongues of fire appeared and settled on each of them. 4 And everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave them this ability.
Spend some time considering ways you can respond to the precious gift of Christ and his sacrifice for our sins. Review the verses highlighted this week, such as Psalm 100:2 or Philippians 4:6-7, or any others that stood out to you over the past few days. Spend time carefully exploring each word, listening to what God wants to teach you.
Review the notes you captured during your readings, and jot down any additional thoughts you may have.
21 Days of Prayer:
Day 6—Trust
Today’s Prayer Focus: To Place my Trust in God (Psalm 62:8)
Today’s Prayer:
God, in your Word you invite me to pour out my heart to you. You are my refuge. I know that anything I think, feel, or do is ok to bring to you. Knowing you are a safe place for me, I come to you and give you everything. From what worries me to what delights me, to what I hope for, to what I’m afraid of, I bring it all to you because I can trust you. (Talk to God about the specific things that are on your heart today). Help me and guide me in every area. In Jesus’ name, amen.
This post was written by Kelly Pagel, director of the LivingItOut.