Devotionals for April 25, 2024
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READ
Romans 6:1-5
1 Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful grace? 2 Of course not! Since we have died to sin, how can we continue to live in it? 3 Or have you forgotten that when we were joined with Christ Jesus in baptism, we joined him in his death? 4 For we died and were buried with Christ by baptism. And just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glorious power of the Father, now we also may live new lives.
5 Since we have been united with him in his death, we will also be raised to life as he was.
1 Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful grace? 2 Of course not! Since we have died to sin, how can we continue to live in it? 3 Or have you forgotten that when we were joined with Christ Jesus in baptism, we joined him in his death? 4 For we died and were buried with Christ by baptism. And just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glorious power of the Father, now we also may live new lives.
5 Since we have been united with him in his death, we will also be raised to life as he was.
REFLECT
Baptism symbolizes the death and burial of our old way of life. Coming up out of the water symbolizes our resurrection to new life with Christ. What a transformational moment! Knowing what Jesus did for us, we can now choose to live the way He wants us to for Him!
APPLY
Q: What does the scripture above say about what else happens when we are joined with Christ Jesus in baptism? (see verse 3)
Q: What sins do you still need to die to or turn away from? Are you reaching out to the Holy Spirit to help you with this transformation?
Q: Who needs encouragement from you today to turn away from sin and walk closer with God?
Q: What sins do you still need to die to or turn away from? Are you reaching out to the Holy Spirit to help you with this transformation?
Q: Who needs encouragement from you today to turn away from sin and walk closer with God?
SING
PRAY
"Forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us."
God, reveal to me areas of my life that I need to die to and change my ways. I want to please You Father! I know that You will give me the strength and wisdom I need to overcome my weakness. Thank you for being so generous with Your mercy and love!
God, reveal to me areas of my life that I need to die to and change my ways. I want to please You Father! I know that You will give me the strength and wisdom I need to overcome my weakness. Thank you for being so generous with Your mercy and love!