Welcome to Pastor Rick's Devotional
When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."
(John 8:12)
Of the four types of people you need in your life, which do you have the most of? Which do you have the least of? https://bit.ly/2XolviN
What has God taught you that you’d never have learned without humility? https://bit.ly/2ACAdtW
Is there something God has taught you that you haven’t put into practice yet? If so, are you willing to take that step so you can keep growing? https://bit.ly/3cyxxdV
What fears are you finding difficult to overcome in this time of crisis? https://bit.ly/3cCmHno
How have you been motivated by someone's courage and faith? https://bit.ly/3f0Q2sW
The story of Daniel inspire us to be couregous putting our trust and confidence to GOD also leading others to GOD. https://bit.ly/2Y9ognq
In what ways do you need to change? https://bit.ly/2AUHdm4
A message of hope that will inspire us to live. https://bit.ly/3f6h7uY
What are some other ways you can be friendly with your neighbors that may be unique to your situation? https://bit.ly/2UxXjsq
What is holding you back from connecting with your neighbor? https://bit.ly/2B2vSjC
How to overcome prejudice? http://bit.ly/2XW6C7E
When have you been judged by your appearance instead of being judged based on what you’re like on the inside? How did that affect you? https://bit.ly/2UY4fzF
Why do we so often equate love with approval? Why is this dangerous? https://bit.ly/2N1j3ch
What is your reaction when people start a conversation about race? What do you think is the first thing God wants you to do when people share their experiences with prejudice? https://bit.ly/3e1eTgi
What is one area of your life where you need to show more grace? https://bit.ly/37BRcZt
Are you weary and worn down? Nourish your soul and stay emotionally healthy by starting and ending each day with the Word of God. https://bit.ly/30RQypv
Why do you think God wants you to talk about your feelings, frustrations, and fears with other people and not just with him? Why did he create you to need other people? https://bit.ly/2zJCaV8
What are the uncontrollable things in your life that have caused you stress because you’ve been trying to control them? https://bit.ly/2Vin2Wz
How does it help when you figure out beforehand how you will manage your feelings of anger? https://bit.ly/37YHcdj
Why does feeling secure in God’s love help you show more love and patience to other people? https://bit.ly/3eqcXhB
How is your faith in God transforming you? https://bit.ly/37Vphnr
Do you have a hard time believing the Bible is for your benefit? What can you do to deepen your understanding of how the story of God’s Word applies to your life? http://bit.ly/3fPDaGL
What does it mean to humbly accept God’s Word? Why does humility matter? https://bit.ly/3dzLtVs
What good would you like to see come out of these difficult times? Tell God what’s on your mind. https://bit.ly/2CBZRzK
What are the shadows you’ve recently been facing? Why are they so daunting to you? https://bit.ly/2ZkjR1M
What are some ways your life shows you have meaningful relationship with Jesus? https://bit.ly/2BfmUA0
Why do you think responding in gentleness rather than anger is so disarming? Why does it get people’s attention? https://bit.ly/2BabsG8
How might someone be affected by your forgiveness? https://bit.ly/2NFmMMV
What are some of the fears you’re feeling right now? What keeps you from giving them to God and trusting him? https://bit.ly/2AjpnJj
What do you need God’s wisdom for today? Take time to ask him for wisdom in the specific areas you are struggling with. Then, spend time in God’s Word so that he can reveal his wisdom to you. https://bit.ly/2Zv0Rxy
What do you know about God’s character that can help you choose joy, even in troubled times? https://bit.ly/38mopso
What are some things you can do to help you know more of God’s Word? https://bit.ly/3itmqY4
Think of your most important friendships. Are those people causing you to worry or worship? https://bit.ly/38qVRxU
What is one step you can take this week to help you remember to seek God’s wisdom before you make a decision? https://bit.ly/2BIMn57
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, people have experienced significant losses that are natural to grieve. How will things change if you give your grief to God? https://bit.ly/3faJzwc
How are you tempted while at home during the pandemic? What are ways you can refocus away from these temptations? https://bit.ly/2O3lE5X
What qualities should you look for in a friend you can confide in? Ask God to develop those same qualities in you as you become a better friend. https://bit.ly/38Lmqht
Why do you think God gives us our whole lives to make a decision about Jesus, but he doesn’t give us a second chance to decide after death? https://bit.ly/3emYLVV
How has your understanding of heaven changed after reading this devotional? https://bit.ly/38U9NRb
What has God told you to do that you haven’t done yet? What is keeping you from doing it? https://bit.ly/2WlbOkk
What do you expect God to do in your life? How do your expectations reflect his greatness? https://bit.ly/2CC3UMw
What is something you’ve been praying about for a long time? How might you need to refine your request? https://bit.ly/2OBbtFO
How are you using your gifts and abilities to serve God and others? https://bit.ly/2BaAyod
Why is there freedom in doing what God created you to uniquely do? https://bit.ly/30py8KX
What are the seemingly difficult circumstances of your life that you have seen God use for good? https://bit.ly/2WBGmyl
Make a list of the needs you see that disturb you. Then, pray and ask God to show you ways you can use your gifts to make a difference. https://bit.ly/2CvrjPW
If you already know what God has called you to do with your life, how are you pursuing it? What keeps you from living out your calling? https://bit.ly/2CTfqTS
What are the things that will last in your life? https://bit.ly/2CxOmtI
What do you think of when you hear people talk about a “day of judgment”? https://bit.ly/2ZVLYpt
Why is God’s goodness a key motivation to pray? https://bit.ly/30KZ87R
What are some ways you believe God will bless you in the future? Thank God for those things—even before they happen. https://bit.ly/3g2x8mJ
What character traits or circumstances affect your willingness to give control of your life to God? https://bit.ly/2P04GFU
What’s the scariest part of following God’s mission for your life? Why? https://bit.ly/332U8hJ
Why would God want us to have the choice to love and follow him? https://bit.ly/3gd528l
When have you seen God calm a storm once you obeyed what he’d told you to do? https://bit.ly/2XdkFoM
Is there any area of your life where you feel hopeless and in need of prayer? Who can you ask to pray with you persistently about this issue? https://bit.ly/2XgyAdI
Why do you think we resort to rote, predictable prayers so often or so easily? https://bit.ly/30kbNzN
What Scriptures do you find particularly comforting when you’re feeling down? https://bit.ly/2EJRof3
Why is it tough sometimes to put your mind on God’s goodness when you’re facing troubles? https://bit.ly/30qaAXr
Do you need a second chance now? Repent, and talk to God about it. Then choose to wake up every day with a profound gratitude for the opportunity God has given you. https://bit.ly/3gulAZA
What is preventing you from seizing the opportunity to do what God has called you to do? https://bit.ly/2DopXqL
Do you easily and willingly accept the warnings of others? Why or why not? https://bit.ly/3gGUDCc
Because God has been patient with you, what are some ways you can be more patient with others in your life? https://bit.ly/2XCXjJe
Describe a time when your plans and God’s plans didn’t match. How did that work out? https://bit.ly/30ED8wq
Pause for a moment and consider if you need to forgive anyone today. If so, are you willing to take that step? https://bit.ly/2DOKRPP
Of the causes of hopelessness identified in today’s devotional, which one do you think applies to you right now—or which one feels most familiar from past times of hopelessness? https://bit.ly/3fN4wg2
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