"The One thing you need"
Here's a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the themes from the sermon "The One thing you need this year":
Day 1: The Depths of God's Love
Reading: Psalm 130
Devotional: As we begin this journey, let's reflect on the psalmist's cry from the depths. Like Martin Lloyd-Jones on his deathbed, we acknowledge that we are great sinners, but Christ is a great Savior. God's love reaches into the deepest places of our hearts and lives. Today, consider the areas where you feel most unworthy or distant from God. Remember that His loving-kindness is deeper still, and His forgiveness is offered freely. How might embracing this truth change your perspective on your struggles and shortcomings?
Day 2: The Purpose of Our Days
Reading: Psalm 90:12-17
Devotional: Our lives are but a breath in light of eternity, yet God gives each day purpose through His love. As we learn to "number our days," we're not called to anxiety about the future, but to wisdom in how we live now. God's loving-kindness can satisfy us each morning, bringing joy and gladness to all our days. Today, ask God to help you see your life through His eternal perspective. How can you steward your time today in a way that reflects God's love and purposes?
Day 3: Secured by God's Love
Reading: Romans 8:31-39
Devotional: Paul's conviction of God's securing love is breathtaking. Nothing in all creation can separate us from God's love in Christ Jesus. This truth isn't meant to inflate our egos, but to anchor our souls in times of doubt and difficulty. Reflect on times when you've felt insecure in your faith or God's love. How does the promise of God's unwavering, securing love speak to those moments? Allow this truth to bolster your confidence not in yourself, but in the One who loves you eternally.
Day 4: Living for Christ
Reading: Galatians 2:19-21
Devotional: Paul describes a profound exchange – Christ's life for ours. We are called to live not for ourselves, but for the One who loved us and gave Himself for us. This is not about mere behavior modification, but a complete transformation of our identity and purpose. Consider areas of your life where you're still living for yourself rather than for Christ. How might embracing your new identity in Christ change your motivations and actions in these areas?
Day 5: Ambassadors of Reconciliation
Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Devotional: The love of Christ controls us, compelling us to live for Him and to be His ambassadors in a broken world. We carry the message of reconciliation, pleading with others to be reconciled to God through Christ. This high calling flows from the astounding truth that God made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us. Today, reflect on your role as Christ's ambassador. How can you embody and share the reconciling love of God in your spheres of influence? Ask God for opportunities to extend His love and invitation to others.
Sermon: https://www.gccsouthbay.org/media/g29bd9f/the-one-thing-you-need-next-year
Day 1: The Depths of God's Love
Reading: Psalm 130
Devotional: As we begin this journey, let's reflect on the psalmist's cry from the depths. Like Martin Lloyd-Jones on his deathbed, we acknowledge that we are great sinners, but Christ is a great Savior. God's love reaches into the deepest places of our hearts and lives. Today, consider the areas where you feel most unworthy or distant from God. Remember that His loving-kindness is deeper still, and His forgiveness is offered freely. How might embracing this truth change your perspective on your struggles and shortcomings?
Day 2: The Purpose of Our Days
Reading: Psalm 90:12-17
Devotional: Our lives are but a breath in light of eternity, yet God gives each day purpose through His love. As we learn to "number our days," we're not called to anxiety about the future, but to wisdom in how we live now. God's loving-kindness can satisfy us each morning, bringing joy and gladness to all our days. Today, ask God to help you see your life through His eternal perspective. How can you steward your time today in a way that reflects God's love and purposes?
Day 3: Secured by God's Love
Reading: Romans 8:31-39
Devotional: Paul's conviction of God's securing love is breathtaking. Nothing in all creation can separate us from God's love in Christ Jesus. This truth isn't meant to inflate our egos, but to anchor our souls in times of doubt and difficulty. Reflect on times when you've felt insecure in your faith or God's love. How does the promise of God's unwavering, securing love speak to those moments? Allow this truth to bolster your confidence not in yourself, but in the One who loves you eternally.
Day 4: Living for Christ
Reading: Galatians 2:19-21
Devotional: Paul describes a profound exchange – Christ's life for ours. We are called to live not for ourselves, but for the One who loved us and gave Himself for us. This is not about mere behavior modification, but a complete transformation of our identity and purpose. Consider areas of your life where you're still living for yourself rather than for Christ. How might embracing your new identity in Christ change your motivations and actions in these areas?
Day 5: Ambassadors of Reconciliation
Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Devotional: The love of Christ controls us, compelling us to live for Him and to be His ambassadors in a broken world. We carry the message of reconciliation, pleading with others to be reconciled to God through Christ. This high calling flows from the astounding truth that God made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us. Today, reflect on your role as Christ's ambassador. How can you embody and share the reconciling love of God in your spheres of influence? Ask God for opportunities to extend His love and invitation to others.
Sermon: https://www.gccsouthbay.org/media/g29bd9f/the-one-thing-you-need-next-year
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Thank you, pastor Ulee for this resource