Scripture Union Daily Guide 8 January 2022 | SU Devotional | Saturday Message
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Topic: Follow Me!
Open Prayer: Plant my steps in the sure promises of your word today, dear Lord.
Scripture: Luke 5:1‐11
Question(s) for Reflection
• Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
• Is there any command for me to obey?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 8 January 2022 Outline:
This occasion was not the first time Peter and Jesus were meeting (see John 1:35‐42). That may explain the reason Jesus readily borrowed Peter’s boat and along with the miracle of the fish, the reason Peter addressed Jesus as Lord or Master. Jesus did not use Peter’s boat for free. He surprised Peter with the miracle of a boatful of fish.
We never lose when we serve God with our lives and belongings. Notice however the obedience of Peter even though it did not make professional sense to him (vs.5‐7). (Someone jokingly said the fish also came to listen to the Lord’s message.) We will do well to obey the Lord in all things. It appears that the main purpose of Jesus’ visit to the seaside was mainly to call His first three disciples.
Following the miracle of the fish, Jesus commissioned them to face a new direction – ‘catching’ people for the Lord. Notice the disciples prompt obedience and the price they had to pay (v.11). When Jesus calls you, are you ready to answer, ‘yes’, and sacrifice all for His kingdom and service?
Practice/Word Application
And so? Is your all on the altar of sacrifice laid? Your heart does the Spirit control? (Elisha A. Hoffman)
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
• Help me, dear Lord, to be your faithful servant in whatever area you call me to serve you.
Prayer for the week
• Pray for the in‐filling of the Holy Spirit of God in your life. Faith to keep following God and His word. The mercy of God to continue in the race without spot or wrinkle.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Psalms 46:1
One Year Bible Reading Plan
Genesis 12, 13, Hebrews 11:1‐12.
NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN
Sat, 08-Jan-2022
PRAYER FOCUS
SURE FOUNDATION (PRAYING AND FASTING CONTINUES)
But God‘s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: the Lord knows those who are His… 2 Tim 2:9
THANK GOD FOR:
› The name of the Lord that we have as an anchor that keeps our souls while the billows of life roll. › The love of God that binds our hearts together in SU as we continue to labour in the Master‘s vineyard.
PRAY FOR:
• Our right standing with God that will ensure we continue to enjoy His steadfast love and protection • Unwavering stand and grace to endure suffering and persecution for our brethren under persecution worldwide. • Grace to continue to take our refuge in the Rock while the storms of life rages.
PRAY AGAINST:
The destruction of the foundation of our faith and belief in spite of the persecution Christians are undergoing worldwide. ∷ Destroying what we have labored to build because of the trials that surrounds us.
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Scripture Union Daily Guide 8 January 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.