Daily Reflections

Follow Me

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Wednesday, May 9. As you reflect on the challenges of following Christ’s call, read “Led into a Better World” (p. 13). What do you find comforting or disturbing about this statement? How does this statement ring true to your own experience? Words from The Word: Jesus said, “When you obey my commandments, you remain in [...]

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Risky Business

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Tuesday, May 8. God invited Peter to try a new thing regardless of how scary and strange it felt. When has God invited you to try something new and uncomfortable? Words from The Word: Our love for God means that we obey his commands. -1 John 5:3, GNT This Week… Lectionary Texts: Acts 10:44-48 Psalm [...]

May 8, 2012 3 comments CONTINUE READING THIS ARTICLE →

Poured Out

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Monday, May 7. Read the entire story of Peter and Cornelius in Acts 10. How does this experience challenge Peter’s understanding of what it means to be faithful to Christ? How is Peter’s ministry changed by this experience? Words from The Word: Shout your praises to God, everybody! Let loose and sing! Strike up the [...]

May 7, 2012 5 comments CONTINUE READING THIS ARTICLE →

Turn to the Lord

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Sunday, May 6. Fifth Sunday of Easter. Read Psalm 22:25-31. How do these verses describe Jesus’ call? How do these words describe or inspire your sense of call? Words from The Word: Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. [...]

May 6, 2012 2 comments CONTINUE READING THIS ARTICLE →

Roads of Discernment

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Saturday, May 5. Read through the suggestions in the last paragraph of “From the Editor” (pp. 4-5.) Which of these roads of discernment do you think will be most helpful to you? Words from The Word: Jesus said, “My Father is glorified when you produce much fruit and in this way prove that you are [...]

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Abide in Me

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Friday, May 4. The word “abide” is found in both John 15:1-8 and 1 John 4:7-21. As you read both passages, think about what a call to “abide” would be like. What does it mean for you to “abide” in God’s love? Words from The Word: Jesus said, “Live in me. Make your home in [...]

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All the Nations

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Thursday, May 3. National Day of Prayer. Pray for the needs of our nation—for its people and for its leaders. Pray to discern the ways you can respond to the needs of others. Share your prayer for the nation with us. Words from The Word: Royal power belongs to the Lord. He rules all the [...]

May 3, 2012 3 comments CONTINUE READING THIS ARTICLE →

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