Scripture Union Daily Guide 29th October 2024 (Tuesday) Devotional Message
TOPIC: Burglar Alarm!
OPENING PRAYER: Lord, I pray that you lead me into your truth as I meditate on your word in Jesus name.
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE: 1 THESSALONIANS 5:1-11
Question(s) for Reflection
Q5: Is there any warning for me to heed?
Why did Paul say he did not need to write to the Thessalonians on this subject in v.1? It is because he had already taught them what Jesus Christ said about it in Matthew 24:42-44. Still, he writes to them by way of a reminder. We too need to be reminded of the things that God has already instructed us in His word. That is the purpose of our daily Bible reading, going over passages we already knew before.
Is there a danger that, in spite of all the warnings we already have, the Day can surprise us and find us sleeping and unprepared? Strange as it may sound, the things that can lull us to sleep as Christians include Christian activities! This was the warning which Jesus Christ gives in Matthew 7:21-23.
V.6 here encourages us to be both “awake” and “sober.” What can help us to be alert and prepared at all times (vs.8,11) include items in the list of “the whole armour of God” (Ephesians 6:13-17) as well as fellowship with other believers (Hebrews 10:25).
For Further Study
For further study: Read Matthew 24 and Mark 13 for additional information about The Day of the Lord.
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
Lord, may you find me still watching, and waiting when you shall come.
NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN
Tue Oct 29, 2024
PRAYER FOCUS
UYO REGIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS
“Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which can never be shaken, never be moved”
Psalms 125:1
THANK GOD FOR:
‣ The grace and enabling spirit upon Uyo Regional Committee members, helping them to actualize their dreams in their various departments.
PRAY FOR:
‣ They will remain faithful without losing sight of the Lord’s return.
‣ A clearer vision to discern what God expects them to do for more impact.
‣ Divine visitation always that will keep them unmoveable or unshaken by daily happenings.
‣ Blessings and upliftment on them and their families in Jesus name Amen.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Genesis 32:26
“And he said, Let me go, for the day breaketh. And he said, I will not let thee go, except thou bless me.”
One Year Bible Reading Plan
196. Daily Bible Reading Plan: Day 303- Luke 18
Scripture Union is an international, interdenominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God. (Scripture Union Daily Guide 29th October 2024)