5 Day Devo
Sermon by Pastor Adam McDowell
Day 1: The Seeking God
Reading: Luke 15:1-7
Devotional:
In today's passage, Jesus tells the parable of the lost sheep. Just as the shepherd leaves the 99 to seek the one lost sheep, our God is a seeking God. He doesn't wait for us to find our way back; He actively pursues us in our lostness. Reflect on times when you've felt lost or distant from God. How has He sought you out? Remember, no matter how far you've strayed, God's love compels Him to seek you. Today, rest in the assurance that you are never beyond His reach or His desire to bring you home.
Day 2: Honest Confession
Reading: Psalm 51:1-12
Devotional:
The psalmist's cry, "I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek your servant," echoes the honesty we see in David's confession in Psalm 51. True repentance begins with acknowledging our sin and inability to save ourselves. Today, take time for honest self-examination. What areas of your life have you been hiding from God? Bring these before Him, trusting in His mercy and forgiveness. Remember, God rejoices when we turn to Him in repentance, no matter how far we've strayed.
Day 3: The Joy of Being Found
Reading: Luke 15:8-10
Devotional:
The parable of the lost coin illustrates God's diligence in seeking us and the joy in heaven when we are found. Just as the woman searched thoroughly for her lost coin, God leaves no stone unturned in His pursuit of us. And when we're found, all of heaven celebrates! Today, reflect on the moments you experienced God's saving grace. Rekindle that joy and share your testimony with someone, reminding them of God's relentless love and the celebration that awaits every repentant heart.
Day 4: God's Guiding Word
Reading: Psalm 119:105-112
Devotional: Throughout Psalm 119, we see the psalmist's deep love and reliance on God's Word. It's a "lamp to our feet and a light to our path." In a world full of distractions and temptations, God's Word keeps us from straying. How often do you turn to Scripture for guidance? Today, commit to spending more time in God's Word. Ask the Holy Spirit to illuminate its truths and apply them to your life. Let God's Word be your compass, guiding you back when you start to wander.
Day 5: The Good Shepherd
Reading: John 10:11-18
Devotional: Jesus identifies Himself as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. This ultimate act of love on the cross is how God seeks and saves us. No matter how lost we are, Jesus' sacrifice is sufficient to bring us home. Today, meditate on the depth of God's love demonstrated through Christ. How does knowing you are so deeply loved change how you view yourself and others? Let this love compel you to live for Him and to share His seeking, saving love with those around you who may be lost.
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