Weekday Devotional - Week 52 Savior (Day 5) - Our Savior-Friend

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

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

Our Savior-Friend

Scripture Reading: John 15:9-17

Reflection:  

How does it make you feel that Christ chose you?
  
How do you respond to Jesus calling you a friend?

What was the main point Jesus was trying to get across about how to live?

Prayer: Jesus, I'm awed and humbled that you call me friend.  You chose me to be your friend and partner in ministry.  Lord, fill me with your Spirit so I can live the way you called me to.  Help me to love.  Help me to lay my life down for you, my Savior-Friend. Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 52 Savior (Day 4) - Living Hope

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

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

Living Hope

Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-9; Romans 5:1-5

Reflection:  

What does it mean to have a living hope?
  
What does Peter say is the goal of our salvation?

How does Paul say we receive hope?

When have you felt hope alive in you?

Prayer: Lord, you are my only hope.  It's all about you.  You're my salvation, my joy, future and friend.  Your hope doesn't disappoint.  Thank you for your grace that extends an inheritance to me that cannot perish.  Fill me with hope and make my hope alive. Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 52 Savior (Day 3) - Salvation and Wholeness

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

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

 

Salvation and Wholeness

 

Scripture Reading: Mark 1:40-45; 8:22-26

Reflection:  

What does Mark 1:45 say was the reason Jesus couldn't go into town?
  
How does your perception of salvation change to understand shalom is a component of its meaning?

In what ways do you need healing or wholeness right now?

Prayer:  Jesus, if you want, you can make me clean.  Would you heal me of all the sing that keep me in bondage and hold me back from living freely for you?  Your salvation promises wholeness and wellness; Lord, make me well.  You are my savior; your bring the dead to life again.  Give me a new life in you.  Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 52 Savior (Day 2) - Changed by the Savior

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

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

Changed by the Savior

Scripture Reading: 1 John 2:1-6; John 14:15-21

Reflection:  

What does it mean to have Jesus as our advocate when we sin?
  
Who is our Companion as we follow Jesus?

How are you being changed as you live out your salvation?

What guidance or counsel do you need from your Companion today?

Prayer:  Lord, I want to live in the light.  I want to be free from sin, but sometimes I choose my old ways.  Thank you for saving me from all my sin.  Your grace covers them all, and I'm grateful.  Walk with me, guide me and lead min your truth. Amen.

Weekday Devotional - Week 52 Savior (Day 1) - The Need for a Savior

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

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

The Need for a Savior

Scripture Reading: Romans 5:6-21; John 3:16-17

Reflection:  

What do you understand about humanity's need for a savior?
  

What was your life like before you came to know Christ?

What do you understand about your need for a savior?

Prayer:  Lord, I am in need of a savior.  Than you for meeting me where I am an making a way for me to be with you.  You gave your life to undo my slavery to sin.  You gave me new life in your Spirit and freed me to live for you.  I'm grateful, humbled and hope-filled.  Thank you, Lord.  Amen.