Tag: eternity

June 29, 2024 Devotional Post a Comment

The World is Temporary and Deceiving

Opening Verse

“And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.”  – 1 John 2:17

 

Introduction

Today, let’s talk about how the world around us can be tricky and won’t last forever. It’s important to focus on what really matters.

 

Devotional Story

Once upon a time, there was a boy named Ethan who loved collecting shiny rocks. He spent hours searching for them in the forest, feeling so happy whenever he found a new one. One day, he discovered a rock that sparkled brighter than any he had ever seen. He thought it was the most valuable thing in the world. But after a few days, the rock’s shine faded, and Ethan realized it wasn’t so special after all.

 

Ethan was disappointed, but his grandmother told him a story. She said that many things in life might look exciting and important, but they don’t last. She reminded him that God’s love and doing His will are what truly matter and last forever.

 

What This Means

The world offers us many things that seem amazing, but they won’t last forever. Only what we do for God will last. It’s like Ethan’s shiny rock; it might seem great for a while, but it can’t compare to the everlasting joy we find in Jesus.

 

Think About This

– Have you ever wanted something so badly, but then realized it wasn’t as great as you thought?

– What are some ways you can focus more on God’s will rather than the temporary things in the world?

 

Prayer

Dear God, help us to see past the things in this world that don’t last. Teach us to focus on Your will and to treasure the things that will last forever. Thank You for Your everlasting love. Amen.

 

Closing Verse

“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”- Colossians 3:2

 

February 9, 2024 Devotional Post a Comment

Salvation Transcends Time

Opening Verse:

“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.” – Hebrews 13:8

Introduction:

Salvation is a timeless gift, not confined to any single moment or era. It’s an eternal promise that spans across all of history and into the future, offered to us through Jesus Christ.

Devotional Story:

In a small village, there lived a wise old man who was known for his deep understanding of life and spirituality. One day, a young traveler came to him with questions about life, time, and eternity. The old man smiled and began to share a story about a river that flowed through their village.

 

“This river,” he said, “flows continuously, never stopping, never changing its course. It has been here since before I was born and will continue long after I’m gone. Just like the river, God’s promise of salvation through Jesus Christ is eternal. It was available to our ancestors, it’s available to us today, and it will be there for future generations.”

 

The traveler listened intently as the old man explained how salvation transcends time, just as the river transcends the boundaries of the village. It’s a constant, unchanging promise from God, accessible to all who believe, regardless of the era they live in.

What This Means:

Salvation through Jesus is not limited by time. It is as relevant and accessible today as it was two thousand years ago and will remain so forever. This timeless nature of salvation assures us that no matter when we come to know Christ, His promise of eternal life is always valid.

Think About This:

Consider the constancy of God’s promises and how they are not affected by the passing of time. How does understanding the timeless nature of salvation affect your faith and how you live your life?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for the eternal promise of salvation through Jesus Christ. Help us to grasp the magnitude of Your timeless gift and to live in the light of Your eternal love. Amen.

Closing Verse:

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16