Daily Devotion

Weekend Recharge!

Here are the truths we know: God is all-knowing, and God is sovereign. He already knows exactly what we need before we need it. So why should we pray? Why ask God for things he already knows we will ask for, if his sovereign will is always fulfilled no matter what?

What do you truly love? Who do you truly love? And in what order would you place the people and things you love? Those are challenging questions, aren’t they?1

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all the needs around you? There are plenty of hurting people out there–in our neighborhood, among the people we work with, in our friend group, and in our family. The question is: with so many situations needing attention, where do we start? Where should we invest our time and energy?

Okay, here’s a question: Where do you find your greatest joy—in your family, your relationships, work accomplishments, personal success, or in the assurance that you belong to Jesus?

What makes a person great? Wealth? Power? Intelligence? A particular skill? If I said someone was a great mom or dad, what did I see in them that led me to say that? The best question to ask is: How does God define greatness?

Weekend Recharge!

Weekend Recharge!

Let’s start with a self-assessment. On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your spiritual maturity? How is your walk with Jesus? I’m not asking about your Bible knowledge. Some of the most Bible-intelligent people I know have had affairs and split churches. I’m asking about your overall spiritual health. Give yourself an honest score.