Weekday Devotional - Week 21 Baptism (Day 5) - Baptism Stories

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

Baptism Stories

Scripture Reading: Acts 8:4-40

Reflection:

What were the motivations of the two men who sought baptism?

When was the last time you were eager to hear and receive the gospel?

What is your baptism story?

Prayer:  Lord, sometimes I find myself looking for what I can get out of this life with you.  I want to be like the Ethiopian who genuinely longed for new life.  Make my story to be one of rejoicing and pointing others to you. Amen.

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Weekday Devotional - Week 21 Baptism (Day 4) - Water and Covenant

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

Water and Covenant

Scripture Reading: Genesis 1:1-23; 7:1-8:22; Exodus 14:15-31; Joshua 3-4; Matthews 2:13-17

Reflection:

How does water symbolize life?

What major events in the Bible can you think of that center around water?

What does it mean to be born of water and the Spirit?

Prayer:  Lord, thank you for your covenant love that binds me forever to you.  Thank you for saving me, loving me, knowing me and making a way for me to be with you always. Amen.

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Weekday Devotional - Week 21 Baptism (Day 3) - Baptize Them

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

Baptize Them

Scripture Reading: Matthew 28:16-20; Mark 16:15-20

Reflection:

What instructions did Jesus give the disciples?

As modern-day disciples of Jesus Christ, how do we live out this call to make disciples?

How are we empowered for ministry?

Prayer:  I often feel inadequate to carry your gospel to the world.  Fill me with the Spirit so that I'm bold and courageous in calling people to change their hearts and minds so they may have a saving relationship with you.  Amen.

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Weekday Devotional - Week 21 Baptism (Day 2) - Changing Heart and Life

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

Changing Heart and Life

Scripture Reading: Acts 2

Reflection:

How did Peter say the crowds could find forgiveness from their sins?

How is your heart and life changed because of the work of Jesus in your life?

How do you live out your baptism?

Prayer:  God, I'm convinced you're who you say you are.  You stirred up a crowd to hear Peter's sermon and changed their hearts and lives forever.  Lord, stir in me.  Change my heart and life forever. Amen.

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Weekday Devotional - Week 21 Baptism (Day 1) The Way Prepared

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

The Way Prepared

Scripture Reading: John 1:19-34; Matthew 3:1-17

Reflection:

How did John know who Jesus really was?

How do you prepare the way for Jesus to live in you?

What did God do when Jesus came out of the water?

How does God delight in you?

Prayer:  Lord, clear a path in my heart for you to come and live in me. Open up the heavens and call me your own.  Make me new and find happiness in me. Amen.

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