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.
Practice hearing from God by asking questions like, “Father, what do you want me to know about you?” or “Father, what do you want to say about your love for me?” Simply be still and listen, or journal anything that comes to mind. Learn more about hearing from God using the Tending Your Heart guide.

SCRIPTURE FOCUS | Today’s reading is from Acts 7; Genesis 15:13–14; Deuteronomy 18:15
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…
Isn’t it amazing the things that God has empowered us to do as his children? We are empowered to make disciples of all nations, teach and share the words of the Bible, and to teach others how to make disciples. We are empowered to act as God’s representatives wherever we are here on earth. Sometimes, this makes me nervous - hoping that I am not stepping out of bounds and leading people off the path. I wonder sometimes if what I am saying is what God wants to be said. To help myself with this, especially when preaching or giving talks to groups of people, I pray that the words coming out my mouth are God’s words and that they come out so that my audience understands them the way God intended them to be. Funny thing is the more I rely on my faith and prayers the better I do. God has empowered us to be keepers of His Word and His kingdom. It’s a big responsibility God trust us with - and God is always there when we need a little extra guidance or comfort that what we are doing is for good in His kingdom. God loves you and so do I . - Scott Rose

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.

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