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June 12, 2024 Devotional Post a Comment

The Intention and Tone of Our Faith

Opening Verse

“Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.”
Colossians 4:6 (KJV)

Introduction

Understanding the intention and tone of our faith is crucial. It shapes how we live, how we interact with others, and how we represent Jesus Christ in our daily lives. Our words and actions should reflect the love, clarity, and urgency of the Gospel.

Devotional Story

Consider a small church nestled in a busy neighborhood. Every Sunday, the pastor delivers sermons that are simple yet profound. He speaks with urgency, knowing that the message of Christ is too important to be misunderstood or ignored. His tone is always clear, filled with grace, and seasoned with the love of Christ.

One Sunday, a visitor entered the church. He had been searching for meaning and truth in his life. The pastor spoke about the intention of our faith—to love God and love others—and the tone we should use—one of compassion and clarity. The visitor was moved by the simplicity and urgency of the message. He realized that faith wasn’t about complex rituals or lofty words, but about a genuine relationship with Jesus.

What This Means

The intention of our faith is to share the love and truth of Jesus Christ. Our tone should be clear, urgent, and filled with grace. We should strive to communicate in a way that everyone can understand, ensuring that our words and actions reflect the heart of the Gospel.

Think About This

  • How do your words and actions reflect the intention and tone of your faith?
  • Are you communicating the love and truth of Jesus with clarity and urgency?
  • How can you ensure that your speech is always seasoned with grace?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, help us to understand the true intention of our faith and to communicate it with a tone that reflects Your love and truth. May our words be clear, urgent, and filled with grace, so that others may come to know You through us. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Closing Verse

“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.”
Ephesians 4:29 (KJV)

March 3, 2024 Devotional Post a Comment

The Urgency of Obedience

Opening Verse

“And Noah went in, and his sons, and his wife, and his sons’ wives with him, into the ark, because of the waters of the flood.” – Genesis 7:7 (KJV)

Introduction

In a world that often overlooks the importance of prompt action and obedience, the story of Noah stands as a timeless reminder. It’s a call to recognize the urgency and significance of following divine instructions, especially in the face of impending challenges.

Devotional Story

Imagine the world in Noah’s time: widespread disobedience and chaos. Then came God’s command to Noah, a directive that seemed as daunting as it was necessary. Noah’s decision to enter the ark wasn’t just a physical act of moving into a large boat; it was a profound statement of faith and obedience.

Building the ark was a monumental task, taking many years, yet Noah persevered, driven by his unwavering trust in God. His obedience was not without ridicule from those around him. Despite this, Noah chose to listen to God, acting on His command without delay.

When the floodwaters began to rise, it wasn’t just water that set Noah apart; it was his decision to enter the ark, fully trusting in God’s promise of salvation. This act of obedience saved him and his family, preserving humanity and animal life on earth.

What This Means

Noah’s story is not just a historical account; it’s a vivid illustration of the importance of listening to and obeying God, especially when it seems illogical or difficult. His obedience was a key to survival, a beacon of hope amidst destruction. It teaches us that divine instructions carry an urgency that demands immediate action, not procrastination.

Think About This

Consider your own life: Are there areas where God is calling you to act with urgency? Reflect on the importance of obedience, even when the path ahead seems unclear or the instructions difficult to follow. Noah’s story reminds us that God’s plans are always for our good, even when they require us to step out in faith.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, grant me the courage to obey Your commands with the urgency and faith of Noah. Help me to trust in Your promises, even when the path is not clear, and give me the strength to act promptly on Your instructions. May my life reflect a deep trust in You, just as Noah did. Amen.

Closing Verse

“By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.” – Hebrews 11:7 (KJV)