Good Morning!
Let’s focus our day by spending some time with Jesus before it begins.
If you’re new to the Daily Focus, read this first.

GET FOCUSED | Worship can be as simple as thanking God for who He is & what He does. (Psalm 100:4)
Spend a few moments in silence, meditating on scripture, or writing/saying 3-5 things you’re thankful for.
Play or sing some worship music you love, or use a playlist from Paradox on Spotify.

MORNING PRAYER FOCUS | Prayer is a conversation that involves both talking and listening to God.
Pray through a Ripple Prayer or use Nations Prayer to pray for the nations and those serving them.
Submit a Prayer Request or pray with others at the House of Prayer at Paradox every Sunday at 9:00am.

SCRIPTURE FOCUS | Today’s reading is from John 10:28-42 & Ezekiel 34:11-24
Pray a simple prayer before reading, asking the Holy Spirit to guide you into all truth. (John 14:26)
Highlight verses that capture your attention, and ask three simple questions as you read…
S = Say. What is the main point? What does it teach about God (Jesus) & yourself?
O = Obey. What can you apply (practice) from this passage today?
S = Share. Who can you share what you’re learning with today?

A THOUGHT FROM TODAY’S READING…
”Attachment” is all the rage these days. And in John 10:28-42, Jesus assures us that we have the most secure attachment imaginable in our relationship with God through Him. Jesus has just said that He is the good shepherd - and with our good shepherd, we can rest secure. Jesus’ voice calls us into this secure relationship - His sheep recognize it. Are drawn to it. And obey it. Why? Security. Jesus, our Good Shepherd, secures our eternity and secures our present. He won’t let anyone “snatch us out of His hand.” What a comforting reminder of the security we have in Christ! His love and protection are unwavering, and He guides us with tender care. Ezekiel 34:11-24 echoes this theme of God's loving care for His people. God Himself promises to search for His sheep, rescue us, and feed us in His good pasture. Talk about security! Our God promises to be our Shepherd, guiding us and caring for us. Know this: you are known, loved, cherished, and protected by your Good Shepherd, Jesus. No matter where we are or what we're going through, He is with us, leading us, guiding us, protecting us… and He’ll never leave us. May you find rest and security in His loving care today. - Dave Kubiak

EVENING PRAYER FOCUS | Re-Focus on Jesus by praying a Daily Examen each evening.
Replay = Replay your day. What made you happy or joyful? What made you anxious or burdened?
Rejoice = Give thanks to God for the small and the significant things from the day.
Repent = Ask God for forgiveness where you need. Receive His forgiveness afresh.
Refocus = Commit to walk with Jesus tomorrow. Ask for grace to see His presence more clearly.
*For help or an audio prayer version, use the Lectio 365 app.

SHARE THE FOCUS |
1. Text someone a prayer/encouragement, or share a thought/question with us in the Forum.
2. Invite someone to read the Focus with you. Text “FOCUS” to (586) 200-6277.

That’s all for today.
Stay focused on Jesus, and make it a great one!