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.
Choose one of the Names of God using this guide. Take time to Thank God for the ways you’ve seen Him be/do that in the past, Worship Him for it today, and Intercede (pray for) that truth for yourself and others.
SCRIPTURE FOCUS | Today’s reading is from 1 Corinthians 2
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…
You know what is so wild to me? As I read this chapter I was blown away by God’s desire for us to know his thoughts and secrets. The Creator of all things in Heaven and on earth wanted little old us to know His mysterious, wise, and profound thoughts. He gifted this to us as believers through his Holy Spirit.
Have you ever been in conversation with someone, whether a stranger or a close friend or family, and all of a sudden you get this download of words, scripture, thoughts, etc to share with that person? It almost feels like someone is just typing up this document for you to share as you’re talking with the person but yet it is everything they needed or longed to hear! Often times, you almost forget what you just said when the conversation is done but you realize that God was speaking wisdom through you. He loves us so much that he longs to use us even in the most mundane day to day occurrences. I just think it’s really special and humbling that God himself reveals His heart to us and through us. He’s so intentional and personal. He’s not a King sitting on his throne spitting out demands. He’s a King who longed to be with us so much that He gave Himself to us in the Holy Spirit. There’s no greater love than the love of Christ. I’m so glad He reminds us of God’s love for us. No matter how long you’ve been following Jesus, we’re never too far along to be reminded of the basics: He really loves us. He longs to use us. And He gives himself to us. All because God sacrificed his one and only Son for us to be one with Him again. Thank you, Jesus. - Cecelia Thapa
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!
