The Upper Room 14 April 2023 Daily Devotional, Friday Message by Terry J. Burns (Florida, USA)
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TOPIC: God’s Plans for Me
TODAY’S READING
Ephesians 2:1-10
KEY VERSE: We are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. – Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)
The Upper Room 14 April 2023 Devotional MESSAGE
I had a plan for the next few hours: take a walk with my husband, eat lunch, and attend an online Bible study. The timing would be tight, but I would be able to do it all.
When my husband and I started our walk, I spotted our neighbor. I felt led to talk to her, and I got to know her on a deeper level. Then near the end of our walk, we stopped to talk with another neighbor. She told us she was experiencing a major struggle, and we promised to pray for her.
Only 30 minutes before Bible study, my sister called with exciting news. I had not yet eaten lunch and feared I would be late. But then I saw an email from the study leader asking me to offer the opening prayer, so I quickly ate my lunch and joined the meeting on time.
In the past, a day like this would have stressed me out. But since studying Ephesians 2:10 with my Bible study group, I have begun praying that God will open my eyes and heart to God’s plans for me. God often calls me to listen, share, and do good works. I strive to be willing and joyful as I fulfill God’s purpose for me.
TODAY’S PRAYER
Heavenly Father, grant us the wisdom and courage to accomplish the works you call us to do. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
I will open my heart so that I can discover what God has in store for me.
PRAYER FOCUS
To remain open to God’s call
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