Take a Moment for a Daily Devotion
Take a Moment for a Daily Devotion
Acceptance and affirmation are two of the most basic needs we all have. Those who are accepted and affirmed will voluntarily be accountable to authority figures.
The old self was crucified with Christ, but as believers we have to do our part in putting off the old self and putting on the new self, which means we must practice what God has already made us to be.
We are not supposed to recognize Christians for who they were before Christ, but for who they now are in Christ. That is why the Bible does not identify believers as sinners, but instead they are identified as saints.
Following Jesus is not a guarantee of certain aspects of safety like physical health and well-being, financial security, or relational well-being. But having a relationship with Jesus and putting his teaching into practice is the most secure place in the universe, no matter what happens in the world around us.
Failure is taking the path of least resistance. Success is taking the road less traveled, but it’s the only one that leads to success.
As the school year winds down, here are some prompts on how to pray for your school. We encourage you to take the time to lift up and intercede for your kids, teens, teachers, and administrators within your school systems!