Monday, March 18, 2024
Daily Scripture & Questions
Matthew 23; Luke 20-21 Which of the condemnations of Jesus against the Scribes and the Pharisees are warnings that you need to heed so that you do not end up like them? When Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple and of Jerusalem, He gives some key instructions and encouragements. What are some of these? How do they speak courage into your heart today? How does the Lord want you to apply the warning of Luke 21:34-36? What tends to weigh down your heart? Ask the Spirit to help you stay alert.
Family Devotions-Scripture & Questions
Read Luke 21:10-19. Should we worry about persecution? Is there a difference between being prepared to give a reason for the hope that is within us (see I Peter 3:15) and worrying about having an answer ready for our adversaries? Are you ready to endure for Jesus?
Biblical Prayer Focus
Psalm 119:36-38 Incline my heart to your testimonies, and not to selfish gain! Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways. Confirm to your servant your promise, that you may be feared.
Ask God to give you a loathing and disdain for selfish gain and worthless things. Seek His help in guarding your eyes and heart from focusing on evil things.
Matthew 23; Luke 20-21 Which of the condemnations of Jesus against the Scribes and the Pharisees are warnings that you need to heed so that you do not end up like them? When Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple and of Jerusalem, He gives some key instructions and encouragements. What are some of these? How do they speak courage into your heart today? How does the Lord want you to apply the warning of Luke 21:34-36? What tends to weigh down your heart? Ask the Spirit to help you stay alert.
Family Devotions-Scripture & Questions
Read Luke 21:10-19. Should we worry about persecution? Is there a difference between being prepared to give a reason for the hope that is within us (see I Peter 3:15) and worrying about having an answer ready for our adversaries? Are you ready to endure for Jesus?
Biblical Prayer Focus
Psalm 119:36-38 Incline my heart to your testimonies, and not to selfish gain! Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways. Confirm to your servant your promise, that you may be feared.
Ask God to give you a loathing and disdain for selfish gain and worthless things. Seek His help in guarding your eyes and heart from focusing on evil things.
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