Scripture Union Daily Guide 13th December 2022, SU Daily Guide Devotional Reading for Tuesday
Read Scripture Union Daily Guide 13th December 2022, Tuesday
TOPIC: A Royal Invitation
OPENING PRAYER: Oh Lord, grant me divine guidance as I read and meditate on your word in Jesus name.
SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY: 2 Chronicles 30:1‐12
Question(s) for Reflection
• Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
Scripture Union Daily Guide MESSAGE
After restoring the temple worship, Hezekiah’s next step was to send out written invitations to all Jews in both Judah and Israel (Samaria) for the celebration of the Passover feast which commemorated the release of the Jewish people from the Egyptian bondage. Ordinarily, the Passover was traditionally celebrated in the first month (Exodos 12:1‐28), but Hezekiah moved it to the second month because the repair and consecration of the Temple was still underway (see 29:1‐17).
Hezekiah wanted to unite the people spiritually even though they were politically divided. The Jewish people had a common ancestry and a common worship, and it was time to put the Lord first, forget past differences and celebrate the goodness of the Lord together. The repeated words “turn again” and “return” reveal the desire of Hezekiah’s heart (vs.6,9). If the people would all turn in repentance to God, God would return to bless His people.
Hezekiah built his appeal around the words of God to Solomon in 2 Chronicles 7:14. Here was an opportunity to make a new beginning and glorify the Lord by seeking His compassion, grace and mercy (v.9). Notice, however, the different responses to his message (vs.10‐12).
Many may mock you when you dare to call them to repent while others may respond positively. Whatever, be assured that your ministry is never in vain.
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Practice/Word Application
Thought: Acts 1:8
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
CLOSING PRAYER
• Whatever the case, dear Lord, make me fruitful by leading others back to you.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Psalms 49:15
One Year Bible Reading Plan
1 Peter 3‐5.
PRAYER FOCUS
SINGLE MINDED FAITHFULNESS
With all my heart, I have sought you: do not let me wander from your commandments.
Psalm 119:10
THANK GOD FOR:
☀ The strength He gives us to continue in the highway of holiness daily as we fellowship with Him.
☀ Even being present and helping us remain steadfast and faithful in all we do.
PRAY FOR:
☛ Grace to constantly forget the past failures and achievements as we press on and reach out for what God has laid out for the day.
☛ Diligence in seeking God and His will daily.
☛ Unity among the brethren, as we call on the name of the Lord in one spirit, intent and purpose.
PRAY AGAINST:
⚠ All forms of double‐mindedness that makes us unstable in all our ways.
⚠ Goal‐less Christianity where we are not really sure of our salvation, thereby allowing the world to dictate for us.
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Scripture Union Daily Guide 13th December 2022. 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.