Wednesday, May 18

Press toward the Goal

Philippians 3:8b-14

I press on toward the goal for the prize of the heavenly call of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:14 NRSV

Reaching a goal requires proper preparation. How are you preparing to meet your goals in your relationship with Jesus Christ?

Tuesday, May 17

Authentic Circumcision

Philippians 3:1-8a

For it is we who are the circumcision, who worship in the Spirit of God and boast in Christ Jesus and have no confidence in the flesh—even though I, too, have reason for confidence in the flesh. Philippians 3:3-4 NRSV

New life in Christ calls for an inward sign that outwardly shapes who we are, not the other way around.

Monday, May 16

Children and Heirs through God

Galatians 4:1-7

But when the fullness of time had come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, in order to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as children. Galatians 4:4-5 NRSV

There is a blessed assurance in God’s commitment to the completion of promises for our lives.

Sunday, May 15                     Fifth Sunday of Easter

No Longer Subject to the Law

Galatians 3:18-29

For if the inheritance comes from the law, it no longer comes from the promise; but God granted it to Abraham through the promise. Galatians 3:18 NRSV

How can we not live for Christ, when the title of our inheritance has been given to us free and clear?

International Day of Families – Pray for families everywhere. Pray for unity among families.

Saturday, May 14

Walk Blameless before God

Genesis 17:1-8

“I will make you exceedingly fruitful; and I will make nations of you, and kings shall come from you.” Genesis 17:6 NRSV

There are still rewards for those who honor walking with God.