Weekday Devotional - Week 51 New Song (Day 5) - Life Song

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   

This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

Life Song

Scripture Reading: Psalm 96:1-13

Reflection:  

How does the psalm describe God?
  

What is your new song for God?

How does this psalm set your heart toward gratitude for all God has done in your life?

Prayer:  God, you are good.  Your glory is more than I can take in.  You paint he sky in amazing colors; you light the sky with stars.  I praise you for your great and mighty works, and for your deep, relational love for me.  Let my life be a praise song for you, Lord.   Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 51 New Song (Day 4) - All Things New

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   

This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

All Things New

Scripture Reading: 2 Peter 3:1-14; Revelation 21:1-7

Reflection:  

How is God's timing different from ours?
  

Describe your image of heaven.  How do today's readings paint a picture of heaven for you?

How does looking tot he new heaven give your encouragement in these days?

Prayer:  Lord, I pray for the day when you make all things new.  When we feel pressed on every side on this earth, help us remember that you are preparing a place for us.  Make us holy and worthy of your eternal glory.  Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 51 New Song (Day 3) - Help in Burnout

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   

This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

Help in Burnout

Scripture Reading: Isaiah 40:25-31; 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Reflection:  

What does it mean to be renewed in strength?
  

When have you felt like you were flying up like eagles?

How can you avoid feeling far from God or feeling burned out?



Prayer:  God, you never leave me alone.  You're always guiding, comforting, and renewing me.  Thank you for your faithfulness.  Thank you for your goodness.  When I'm tired and burned out, God, come and renew my strength.  Make me fly like an eagle    Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 51 New Song (Day 2) - Second Chances

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   

This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

 

Second Chances

 

Scripture Reading: Isaiah 55:6-9; Luke 15:11-32

Reflection:  

How do the verses from Isaiah give us hope for a second chance when we need it?
  
How would you describe the Father in the parable of the two sons?

How has God shown you love and mercy when you didn't deserve it?

In what ways do you need a fresh start today?

 
Prayer:  Lord, I'm so grateful I can come home to you.  You even come running to me.  Thank you for your unconditional, unmerited love that draws me back to you time and time again.  When I fall away from you, come get me.  When I lose my way, Lord, find me.  Please don't run out of chances for me.  Help me grow into the child you created me to be.  Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 51 New Song (Day 1) - Starting Over

The Daily Devotional comes from the Common English Bible (The Daily Companion).   

This is a 52 week 5 day a week daily devotional.

 

Starting Over

 

Scripture Reading: Psalm 33

Reflection:  

Why does the psalmist praise God?
  
How can you thank God for the past?

What new thing is God doing in your life now?

How can you sing a new song to the Lord now?

 
Prayer:  God,  I stand in awe of you.  You created the world to sing your praise.  You created me to sing your songs.  Thank you for all you've done in my life.  Put a new song in my heart and show me where you want me to go.  I'll go singing your praise all the way.  Amen.