Devotions: Blessed Are Those Who Hear and Keep

Day 1:

Reading: Luke 11:14-23

Devotional: Today, focus on Jesus's authority over evil spirits. Reflect on the fact that Jesus's miracles are not random acts but meaningful demonstrations of His divine power. Jesus, through His authority, breaks the bonds of sin and evil, setting us free. Consider how this impacts your understanding of Jesus's miracles and His authority.

Question: How does understanding Jesus's authority over evil and death change your perception of His role in your life?

Day 2:

Reading: Luke 11:24-26

Devotional: Jesus warns us of the dangers of spiritual emptiness. When we attempt to cleanse ourselves of sin without filling our lives with the things of God, we leave room for even greater spiritual darkness. Reflect on areas in your life where you might be spiritually empty and consider how you can invite God into those spaces.

Question: Are there areas in your life that need to be filled with God's word and His presence? How can you invite God into those spaces?

Day 3:

Reading: John 5:19-24

Devotional: Jesus continually points to His unique relationship with the Father, emphasizing His divine authority. This passage reaffirms that Jesus's miracles are not independent acts but expressions of the Father's will. Meditate on this intimate relationship between the Father and the Son, and consider how this shapes your understanding of Jesus's authority.

Question: How does the relationship between the Father and the Son shape your understanding of Jesus's miracles and authority?

Day 4:

Reading: Matthew 12:30-37

Devotional: Jesus calls us to make a decision. There is no middle ground in the spiritual battle. Reflect on the seriousness of this call. Consider where you stand in this battle and how your actions reflect your allegiance to Jesus and His Kingdom.

Question: Are there areas in your life where you have been neutral or indecisive? How can you firmly align these areas with the Kingdom of God?

Day 5:

Reading: James 1:22-25

Devotional: James echoes Jesus's call for us not just to hear the Word, but to act upon it. This is a crucial aspect of our spiritual journey. As we conclude this week's study, take time to reflect on how you can be a doer of the Word, applying the teachings of Jesus in your daily life.

Question: What specific steps can you take this week to move from merely hearing God's Word to acting upon it? How will these steps help you align more closely with God's Kingdom?