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2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 070: Decrees of God

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 070: Decrees of God
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💁🏻 Concept: Decrees of God“The decrees of God are His eternal purpose, according to the counsel of His will, whereby, for His own glory, He has foreordained whatsoever comes to pass.” - Westminster Shorter Catechism
📖 Bible Readings: 2 Timothy 1:9(Isaiah 46:9-10; Ephesians 1:4; Psalm 33:11; 2 Timothy 1:9; 1 Corinthians 2:7; Acts 2:32; Romans 9:15-16; Ephesians 1:11; Psalm 135:6; Daniel 2:21, 4:35; Job 23:13, 12:23-24; Isaiah 14:24; Romans 11:36; Isaiah 40:13-17, 43:7, 55:8-9; Proverbs 16:4; Ephesians 1:12; Revelation 4:11)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:1. God’s decrees are eternal.2. God’s decrees are made solely by His decision.3. God’s decrees are directed toward His glory.
💪🏼 Applications:Level up in faith by A.B.C.1. Accepting that life is not about you.2. Believing that God is good, wise, and sovereign in all His decisions. 3. Committing all your life to glorify God in all situations at all times. 
🎙Discussion:How can we glorify God in both good and difficult situations?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Lord God, You are eternal, wise, and sovereign. Your decrees stand forever, and nothing can change Your plans. Help me to trust You completely, knowing that You are in control. Remind me that life is not about me but about Your glory. When I don’t understand, strengthen my faith to believe that You are always good. Teach me to live each day for You, glorifying You in all circumstances. I surrender my plans, my worries, and my future into Your hands. May my life reflect Your wisdom and bring You honor. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 069: Death

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 069: Death
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💁🏻 Concept: DeathThe Bible speaks of death in three primary ways: spiritual death, physical death, and eternal death. Each type of death reflects the effects of sin and the consequences of humanity's separation from God.
📖 Bible Readings: Genesis 2:17(Genesis 2:17; Ephesians 2:1; Isaiah 59:2; Genesis 3:19; Romans 5:12; Hebrews 9:27; Revelation 20:14-15; 2 Thessalonians 1:9; Matthew 25:46; John 5:24; Ephesians 2:5; John 11:25; 1 Corinthians 15:22; John 3:16; Revelation 21:4; John 10:28; 1 John 5:11-12, 20; John 14:6; Colossians 3:4)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:Three types of death:1. Spiritual - Physically alive but separated from God. 2. Physical - The spirit separates from the body. 3. Eternal - Final and eternal separation from God. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Commune with God daily.2. Put your hope in the return of Christ.3. Trust Jesus—our eternal life.
🎙Discussion:Since eternal death means eternal separation from God and eternal life is eternal connection with God, how does that change the way we commune with God daily? 
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me life, not just physically but also spiritually in Christ. I confess that sin separates me from You, but I trust in Jesus, who gives eternal life. Help me walk closely with You each day, seeking Your presence in prayer and in Your Word. Strengthen my hope in Christ’s return so I may live with purpose and faith. Keep my heart from fear and doubt, and remind me that Jesus conquered death. I surrender my life to You, trusting that in Jesus, I have true and everlasting life. In Jesus' name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 068: Day-Age Theory

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 068: Day-Age Theory
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💁🏻 Concept: Day-Age TheoryAn “old earth” theory of creation that views the days of Genesis 1 as extremely long “ages” of time.
📖 Bible Readings: Hebrews 11:3(Genesis 1:11-12, 14-19, 2:4; Psalm 90:4; 2 Peter 3:8; / Genesis 1:3, 4, 6, 11, 14, 20, 24; Psalm 33:6, 9; Isaiah 45:12, 48:13; Hebrews 11:3 / Genesis 1:26-27, 2:7, 21-22, 5:1-5; 1 Chronicles 1:11; Matthew 19:4-5; Mark 10:6; Luke 3:38; Romans 5:12-14; 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, 15:45; 1 Timothy 2:13-14; Jude 1:4)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:Old Earth Vs. Young Earth1. God could have created the universe over time. 2. God could have created the universe instantly. 3. God created a literal Adam and Eve. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Believe in the literal, historical Adam.2. Believe in the doctrine of the original sin. 3. Believe in the redemptive work of Christ. 
🎙Discussion:Why is it important to believe that nothing is impossible for God and that He can do all things? 
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, thank You for creating the universe and for making us in Your image. Forgive me for worrying too much when, in reality, there is nothing to fear with You by my side. I believe that You are all-powerful and that nothing is impossible for You. Help me trust in Your Word, knowing that Adam and Eve were real and that through them, sin entered the world. But thank You even more for Jesus, who came to redeem us. Strengthen my faith in Your Word. Let my heart remain firm in believing in Christ’s sacrifice and the hope of salvation. Please make me productive and successful today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 067: Darwinian Evolution

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 067: Darwinian Evolution
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💁🏻 Concept: Darwinian EvolutionThe general theory of evolution (see also “macro-evolution”) named after Charles Darwin, the British naturalist who expounded this theory in 1859 in his Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection. 
📖 Bible Readings: Genesis 1:27(Genesis 1, 2:7, 15; Psalm 8:6-8, 19:1; John 1:1-3; Romans 1:20-22, 5:12, 11:36; Colossians 1:16; 1 Timothy 4:4; Hebrews 11:3)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:1. God created science. 2. Secular education is not neutral. 3. Christians must engage in science. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Educate our kids on the foundation of knowledge.2. Expose secularism as a “religion” against God. 3. Engage science as a domain or territory of Christ.  
🎙Discussion:How can Christians actively engage in science while staying faithful to God?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, you are the source of all wisdom and knowledge. Thank You for creating a world full of wonders that science seeks to understand. Help me to see that true knowledge begins with You. Guide me as I teach the next generation to love both Your Word and Your world. Give me courage to expose false ideas that oppose You and wisdom to engage in science as a way to glorify Christ. Let my faith and understanding grow together, leading others to see Your truth. Use me to bring light where there is confusion. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 066: Creation

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 066: Creation
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💁🏻 Concept: CreationThe doctrine states that God created the entire universe out of nothing. The universe was originally good, with nothing evil in its original creation. He commanded people to cultivate and protect His good creation. Everything was good, and He created all things for His own glory.
📖 Bible Readings: Genesis 1:1, 2:15(Genesis 1, 2:15; Psalm 8:6-8, 19:1; John 1:1-3; Romans 11:36; Colossians 1:16; 1 Timothy 4:4; Hebrews 11:3)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:1. God’s good creation has been affected by sin.  2. There is no neutrality: There is only good or bad.3. God is redeeming the fallen creation. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Interpret the world using the biblical worldview. I. Origin:   Creation  II. Problem:  Fall III. Solution:  Redemption  IV. Destiny:  Completion2. Reject the idea of neutrality. 3. Serve in God’s kingdom work. 
🎙Discussion:Why is it important to know that there is no neutrality— that I am either for Christ or against Him?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Father in Heaven, sin has damaged the world You created good. Yet, I rejoice that You are redeeming all things. Help me see and interpret the world through Your Holy Word. Let me not be neutral or passive but stand for what is good and glorifying to You. Shape my heart to love what is good and reject what is evil. Give me strength to serve in Your kingdom, knowing that my labor is not in vain. Use me to bring light where there is darkness and hope where there is despair. May my life be an instrument of Christ’ redemptive work. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 065: New Covenant Community

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 065: New Covenant Community
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant - Introduction2. Covenant of Redemption - Trinity3. Covenant of Works - Fulfilled by Christ4. Covenant of Grace - Grace in Christ5. - Noahic Covenant - Preserved for Christ6. - Abrahamic Covenant - Nations for Christ7. - Mosaic Covenant - Need of Christ. 8. - Davidic Covenant - Ruled by Christ9. - Messianic New Covenant - Blood of Christ10. New Covenant Community - Assembly of Christ
💁🏻 Concept: New Covenant CommunityA new covenant community refers to the church or the people of God—those who have been redeemed by Jesus Christ and live under the New Covenant established by His blood. It is the fulfillment of God’s promise to write His law on the hearts of His people and to dwell with them through the Holy Spirit.
📖 Bible Readings: John 13:34-35(Luke 22:20, Hebrews 8:6–13, 9:15; Jeremiah 31:31–34, Ezekiel 36:26–27; John 13:34-35, 15:12-17; Romans 12:10, 13:8; Galatians 5:13-14; Ephesians 4:15-16; Colossians 3:12-14; 1 Thessalonians 4:9; Ephesians 5:1-2; 1 John 3:16-18, 4:7-12; 2 John 1:5-6; 1 Peter 4:8; Luke 6:27-36; Matthew 5:46)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The New Covenant Community:1. Jesus’ community is built on love.2. Jesus’ love conquers the world.3. Jesus’ marching army is bound for victory.
💪🏼 Applications:1. Choose the hardest path, which is love.2. Choose to love in order to win God’s approval.  3. Choose the path of Christ: loving the unlovable.  
🎙Discussion:Who do you need to show love to right now?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Father, thank You for making love the foundation of Your kingdom. Teach me to love like Jesus—to love when it’s hard, to love without expecting anything in return, and to love even those who hurt me. I confess that I often choose comfort over love, but I want to follow Christ’s path. Help me see others through Your eyes and love with a heart that reflects Yours. Strengthen me when I feel weak, and remind me that Your love has already conquered the world. May my life be a witness to the victory of Christ. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 064: Messianic - New Covenant

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 064: Messianic - New Covenant
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant - Introduction2. Covenant of Redemption 3. Covenant of Works4. Covenant of Grace5. - Noahic Covenant 6. - Abrahamic Covenant7. - Mosaic Covenant8. - Davidic Covenant9. - Messianic - New Covenant
💁🏻 Concept: Messianic - New CovenantThe New Covenant is the covenant that Jesus Christ mediates between God and His people, fulfilling and surpassing the Old Covenant made with Israel. It is primarily prophesied in Jeremiah 31:31-34 and fulfilled through Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. The New Covenant is established in His blood (Luke 22:20) and is characterized by internal transformation, forgiveness of sins, and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.
📖 Bible Readings: Luke 22:20(Exodus 24:8; Leviticus 17:11; Jeremiah 31:31-34; Matthew 27:51; Romans 8:1-2; Ephesians 2:11-22; Hebrews 8:10, 13,  9:12-15, 10:1-4; Galatians 3:28, 4:21-31)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The Messianic - New Covenant:1. Jesus fulfilled all the covenants. 2. Jesus reconciled His people to God. 3. Jesus expanded the people of the covenant.  
💪🏼 Applications:1. Enjoy our relationship with God. 2. See our adoption as the greatest privilege. 3. Pause and meditate on God’s faithfulness. 
🎙Discussion:How does God’s faithfulness to His promises give us security? 
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Jesus to fulfill every covenant and bring us into a new and better relationship with You. Through Him, we are reconciled, adopted, and made part of Your people. Help me to treasure this privilege and never take it for granted. Teach me to enjoy my relationship with You, to rest in Your faithfulness, and to live as Your beloved child. When I forget, remind me of Your love. When I doubt, strengthen my faith. May my life be honoring to You as part of Your covenant people. In Jesus' name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 063: Davidic Covenant

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 063: Davidic Covenant
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant - Introduction2. Covenant of Redemption 3. Covenant of Works4. Covenant of Grace5. - Noahic Covenant6. - Abrahamic Covenant7. - Mosaic Covenant8. - Davidic Covenant
💁🏻 Concept: Davidic CovenantIt is God’s unconditional promise to King David, found primarily in 2 Samuel 7:8-16, where God guarantees that David's lineage will endure forever and that his descendant will establish an everlasting kingdom.
📖 Bible Readings: 2 Samuel 7:8-16(Matthew 1:1; Luke 1:32-33; Isaiah 9:6-7; Jeremiah 23:5-6, 33:15; Zechariah 6:12-13; Genesis 49:10;  Acts 2:30-36; Psalm 45:6-7; Hebrews 1:3, 8; Daniel 2:44; 7:13-14; Revelation 3:21; Isaiah 11:1, 10; John 2:19-21; 1 Corinthians 3:16-17; Ephesians 2:19-22; Romans 15:12; Revelation 19:15, 22:16; )
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The Davidic Covenant:1. David’s Son will be the builder of the temple. 2. David’s Son will rule the nations with the scepter. 3. David’s Son will rule as the eternal King. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Shine by living out the life of Christ in us. 2. Seek Christ’s approval in all our decisions.3. Share Christ’s reign with those around us. 
🎙Discussion:How can we seek Christ’s approval in our daily decisions?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Lord God, I humble myself before You, knowing that I need Your wisdom and guidance every day. Teach me to seek Jesus' approval in all my decisions, rather than relying on my own understanding. Help me surrender my plans to You, trusting that Your way is always good and perfect. Shape my heart to be humble, obedient, and always desiring to follow Your will. Lead me into the beautiful plan You have prepared for me. May the people around me come to know Jesus—my King. May my whole family serve Him and worship Him. I ask this in Jesus’ name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 062: Mosaic Covenant

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 062: Mosaic Covenant
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💁🏻 Concept: Mosaic CovenantIt is the covenant that God made with the people of Israel through Moses at Mount Sinai after their deliverance from Egypt. It is a conditional covenant, meaning its blessings were dependent on Israel's obedience to God's laws.
📖 Bible Readings: Exodus 24:7-8(Exodus 19:5-6, 20:1-21, 24:7-8; Deuteronomy 4:13, 28:1-68; Matthew 5:17; Romans 3:20-25, 4:7; 6:14, 7:7-12, 8:3-4, 10:4; Galatians 3:13, 19, 24; Hebrews 8:6-13, 10:1-4; Colossians 2:16-17; 1 Timothy 1:8-9; James 2:10; Galatians 3:10; Romans 8:1-2)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The Mosaic Covenant:1. The law is a mirror.2. The law restrains evil. 3. The law points to Christ.
💪🏼 Applications:1. Do not judge others because we are all equal. 2. Abandon your old self; discover your new self. 3. Run to Jesus for forgiveness and covering. 
🎙Discussion:Why should we run to Jesus instead of relying on our own righteousness?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Lord, thank You for giving us Your law as a mirror to reveal our hearts. I see my sin and my need for Your grace. Help me not to judge others, knowing we are all equal before You. Teach me to let go of my old self and embrace the new life You have for me. When I fall, remind me to run to Jesus for forgiveness and covering. In Christ, I am chosen, forgiven, and loved. Thank You for Your mercy that never fails. In Jesus' name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 061: Abrahamic Covenant

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 061: Abrahamic Covenant
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💁🏻 Concept: Abrahamic CovenantThe Abrahamic Covenant is a foundational, unconditional covenant of grace in which God sovereignly promises to bless Abraham and his descendants, ultimately pointing to Christ and the redemption of His people. It is a key stage in the unfolding Covenant of Grace, through which God redeems and blesses all nations by faith in Jesus.
📖 Bible Readings: Genesis 22:18(Genesis 12:1-3; Genesis 15, 17, 22; Galatians 3:7, 16, 28-29; Revelation 7:9-10)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The Abrahamic Covenant:1. God will provide the sacrificial Lamb—Jehovah Jireh. 2. God will extend the blessings to all nations through the Son of Abraham. 3. God will bring all nations under the authority of Christ. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Praise God for His greatest provision—Jesus.2. Thank God for the blessing of righteousness. 3. Live a life of submission to Christ’s authority. 
🎙Discussion:Why is turning away from sins considered one of the blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant?
 
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, I praise You for being Jehovah Jireh, my Provider. You have given Christ, the perfect sacrifice for my sins. Thank You for the blessing of righteousness through Him. I don’t deserve it, yet You freely offer it in love. Help me to live in gratitude and obedience, fully submitting to Christ’s authority in every part of my life. Teach me to trust Your promises and follow You with all my heart. May my life reflect Your goodness and bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 060: Noahic Covenant

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 060: Noahic Covenant
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant - Introduction2. Covenant of Redemption 3. Covenant of Works4. Covenant of Grace5. - Noahic Covenant
 
💁🏻 Concept: Noahic CovenantIt is a covenant of preservation in which God promises to sustain the earth and human life despite humanity’s sinfulness. This covenant reveals God’s mercy and common grace, ensuring that creation will continue until His redemptive plan is fulfilled. By preserving the world, God ensures the fulfillment of the Covenant of Grace, ultimately leading to Christ.
📖 Bible Readings: Genesis 6:18(Genesis 6:18, 8:21-22, 9:8-11, 12-13; 1 Peter 3:19-22; 2 Peter 2:5; Hebrews 11:7; Matthew 24:37-39; Luke 17:26-27)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The Noahic Covenant:1. God preserves the creation for redemption. 2. God removes evil from creation. 3. God will fully restore creation at Christ’s return. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Work with God in preserving the good creation. 2. Fight evil and corruption as agents of Christ. 3. Hope for the full restoration of the whole creation.
🎙Discussion:If God is preserving the world for redemption, what does that mean for how we live today?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, thank You for Your covenant with Noah, a sign of Your faithfulness to preserve the world. You are working out Your plan of redemption, and I trust in Your promises. Help me to care for Your creation, to fight against evil, and to be a light in a dark world. Give me strength to stand for truth and righteousness. When I see corruption and suffering, remind me that You will fully restore all things. Keep my hope anchored in Christ’s return, when all will be made new. Until then, may I be faithful in my calling.In Jesus’ name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 059: Covenant of Grace

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 059: Covenant of Grace
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant - Introduction2. Covenant of Redemption 3. Covenant of Works4. Covenant of Grace
💁🏻 Concept: Covenant of GraceThe Covenant of Grace is the unilateral agreement between God and His people in which He promises eternal life and salvation, not based on human obedience, but on grace through faith in Jesus Christ who fulfilled the righteousness required by God.
📖 Bible Readings: Romans 5:15(Genesis 3:15; Romans 3:23-24, 5:1, 5:12-21; Galatians 2:16, 3:12; Philippians 3:9; Acts 4:12; Titus 3:7; Hebrews 10:14; 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, 45; 2 Corinthians 5:17, 21)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The covenant of grace:1. Christ is the mediator of the covenant of grace. 2. Christ’s perfect obedience satisfies the standard.3. Christ offers eternal life through faith in Him. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Believe that there is no other way to be saved. 2. Believe that you are made perfect in Christ.3. Believe that you inherit eternal life through Christ. 
🎙Discussion:How does Christ’s perfect obedience give us confidence in our salvation?
 
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, thank You for the Covenant of Grace. I know that I could never meet Your perfect standard, but Christ has done it for me. Help me to trust in Him alone for my salvation. When doubts arise, remind me that His obedience is enough. When I feel unworthy, remind me that I am made perfect through Him. Fill my heart with faith and joy, knowing that eternal life is Your gift, not something I must earn. Strengthen my belief and help me share this truth with others. Thank You for Your unchanging grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 058: Covenant of Works

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 058: Covenant of Works
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant - Introduction2. Covenant of Redemption 3. Covenant of Works
💁🏻 Concept: Covenant of WorksIt refers to the agreement between God and Adam, before the fall, in which Adam, acting as the representative of humanity, was promised eternal life and blessing upon the condition of perfect obedience and death upon disobedience.
📖 Bible Readings: Romans 5:12(Genesis 2:16-17, 3:6;  Hosea 6:7; Romans 5:12-21; Galatians 3:12; 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, 45)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:The covenant of works:1. Adam is the head of humanity. 2. God requires perfect obedience. 3. Suffering and death entered creation. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Compare yourself to God’s standard. 2. Contemplate the gravity of sin. 3. Cherish the greatness of the Covenant of Grace. 
🎙Discussion:Since God requires perfect obedience, what does that reveal about us?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Our Father in Heaven, You are holy, and Your standard is perfect. When I look at myself, I see how far I fall short. I see my sin and its consequences, and I am humbled. But I thank You for Jesus, my Redeemer, who fulfilled what I could not. Help me to understand the weight of sin so that I may cherish Your grace even more. Teach me to seek Christ daily, to rely on Him, and to rest in His finished work. Let my life reflect gratitude for Your mercy. Thank You for the covenant of grace that saves me. In Jesus' name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 057: Covenant of Redemption

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 057: Covenant of Redemption
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant - Introduction2. Covenant of Redemption 
💁🏻 Concept: Covenant of RedemptionAn eternal agreement within the Trinity in which the Father decreed the salvation of the believers; the Son willingly agreed to redeem them through His life, death, and resurrection; and the Holy Spirit committed to applying this redemption.
📖 Bible Readings: Ephesians 1:4-5(Ephesians 1:4-5; 2 Timothy 1:9; Titus 1:2; Revelation 13:8; 1 Peter 1:19-20; Psalm 2; John 17; Isaiah 53; Psalm 40:7-8; Hebrews 10:5-7; Philippians 2:6-11; John 15:26; Ephesians 1:13-14; John 14:16-17; John 16:8, 15:26)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:1. The Father plans our redemption.2. Jesus Christ accomplishes our redemption. 3. The Spirit applies our redemption. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Absorb the blessings of redemption. 2. Be grateful and loving as God’s adopted children. 3. Commit your life to serving God. 
🎙Discussion:How does each person of the Trinity play a role in our redemption?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Father, thank You for planning my redemption before the world began. Jesus, thank You for accomplishing my salvation through Your perfect life, sacrificial death on the cross, and resurrection. Holy Spirit, thank You for making this salvation real in my life—changing my heart, strengthening my faith, and keeping me close to You. Help me absorb the richness of Your grace, live with gratitude as Your adopted child, and commit my life to Your service. May I never take Your love for granted, but always walk in joy and obedience. Keep me faithful until the end. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 056: Covenant

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 056: Covenant
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Special Series: Covenants in the Bible1. Covenant2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
💁🏻 Concept: CovenantIn the Bible, a covenant is a sacred, binding agreement between God and His people. A biblical covenant is more than a contract; it is a divine commitment that establishes a relationship between God and humanity. Covenants in the Bible typically include blessings for obedience and consequences for disobedience.
📖 Bible Readings: Deuteronomy 7:9(Genesis 9:16; 17:7; Exodus 19:5. Jeremiah 31:31-33; Luke 22:20; Hebrews 9:15; 2 Corinthians 3:6; Deuteronomy 7:9; Isaiah 55:3)
👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:1. The term “covenant” helps us understand the entire Bible. 2. God is a covenantal God who relates to His people through covenants.  3. God’s covenant community has an obligation to be faithful to Him. 
💪🏼 Applications:1. Ask God for forgiveness for being a covenant-breaker. 2. Thank Jesus for being our covenant-keeper.3. Celebrate all the blessings we continue to receive through Christ Jesus. 
🎙Discussion:Why is faithfulness important to our relationship with God?
🙏🏼 Prayer:Heavenly Father, thank You for being a covenant-keeping God. I confess that I have often broken my commitment to You. Please forgive me for my unfaithfulness and lead me back to You. Thank You, Jesus, for being my perfect covenant-keeper, standing in my place when I fail. Through You, I receive grace, love, and every spiritual blessing. Help me to live as a faithful member of Your covenant community. May my heart be steadfast, my words be true, and my life be honoring to You. Teach me to trust in Your promises and rejoice in Your goodness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.