Devotionals for November 10, 2022
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READ
1 Timothy 4:6
Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.
Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.
Hebrews 12:15
Look after each other so that none of you fails to receive the grace of God. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many.
Hebrews 12:15
Look after each other so that none of you fails to receive the grace of God. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many.
2 Timothy 2:22
Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts.
Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.
Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.
Hebrews 12:15
Look after each other so that none of you fails to receive the grace of God. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many.
Hebrews 12:15
Look after each other so that none of you fails to receive the grace of God. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many.
2 Timothy 2:22
Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts.
REFLECT
There are dashboard lights that give warnings. Some are obvious what they mean. Others are pretty obfuscated. When the engine light kicks on, what does it mean? It could be any number of things. The light is there to tell you SOMETHING IS WRONG. You could guess or shrug it off and continue driving until the car starts billowing smoke on the highway. Or you can plug in a little device that checks the car’s computer and asks whats wrong. The code it returns will tell you exactly what is going on.
Not paying attention to our triggers is like not paying attention to the dashboard warning lights. God promises to always provide a way out of temptation. We just have to be aware of the warning signs and where the exit is. That little magic box that has all the answers? That’s the Bible for me and you. It will instruct us on what to look for. Sometimes the codes may not be clear, and that's why we gather as a body, join discipleship groups, talk with Godly counselors, and pursue accountability with trusted friends. The warnings of God from scripture will eventually sound like a siren and we will be able to run from temptation, find our escape in the unexplainable peace in the arms of Jesus, and no longer be a slave to the "triggers" of our old self.
Not paying attention to our triggers is like not paying attention to the dashboard warning lights. God promises to always provide a way out of temptation. We just have to be aware of the warning signs and where the exit is. That little magic box that has all the answers? That’s the Bible for me and you. It will instruct us on what to look for. Sometimes the codes may not be clear, and that's why we gather as a body, join discipleship groups, talk with Godly counselors, and pursue accountability with trusted friends. The warnings of God from scripture will eventually sound like a siren and we will be able to run from temptation, find our escape in the unexplainable peace in the arms of Jesus, and no longer be a slave to the "triggers" of our old self.
APPLY
Q: What do you think is the best way to “Keep a close watch” on yourself?
Q: How do your actions, or reactions affect others around you and reflect your faith?
Q: Can you do all the actions of today's verses alone? How do you feel knowing that there are those who love you and care about the path you are on?
Q: How do your actions, or reactions affect others around you and reflect your faith?
Q: Can you do all the actions of today's verses alone? How do you feel knowing that there are those who love you and care about the path you are on?
SING
PRAY
"Forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us."
Dear God, forgive me for my lack of faith and trust in you. Release me from the triggers of my old self that lead me to sin. Help me to let go of old hurts and offenses against me and forgive those I may hold at fault. Let me experience the joy and hope that comes from being free from old baggage that only You can provide. Bring Your people into my life so we can help each other in our journey to Your Kingdom.
Dear God, forgive me for my lack of faith and trust in you. Release me from the triggers of my old self that lead me to sin. Help me to let go of old hurts and offenses against me and forgive those I may hold at fault. Let me experience the joy and hope that comes from being free from old baggage that only You can provide. Bring Your people into my life so we can help each other in our journey to Your Kingdom.