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A Daily Purpose

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Guiding Scripture: Ephesians 1:10 ‘to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment—to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.’

 

 

🔴 Unity: A Serious Pursuit

written by: Torrie Slaughter

 

Today we begin reading the letter to the Ephesian Church. The Apostle Paul greets the believers, and in the original Greek verses, 3 through 14 is one long sentence. I could imagine the joy and excitement as he praised God. And like many of us who experience God’s grace, it is impossible to quench the enthusiasm. 

Chapter one of Ephesians spells out the letter’s purpose, and it is a rich theological lesson. Paul’s intention is clear, and that is to leave people in a better place. One could conclude that Paul’s driving force is for everyone to know their identity in Christ to serve as a unified organization. Later we also understand that unity does not equal uniformity (Ephesians 4:10-12).

Why should we seriously pursue unity?

The easy answer. If we believe in Christ, we have critical work to do as we live as His ambassadors. However, we benefit from the study of God’s Word through the Apostle Paul. 

Here are seven reasons we should pursue unity: 

  1. God chose us before the creation of the world to be blameless. (Ephesians 1:4)
  2. God predestined us for adoption. (Ephesians 1:5)
  3. In God, we have redemption. (Ephesians 1:7)
  4. God reveals His purpose to us through Christ Jesus. (Ephesians 1:9)
  5. All things will come under His Sovereign power at the appropriate time. (Ephesians 1:10)
  6. We were marked with a seal when we accepted Christ. (Ephesians 1:13)
  7. The indwelling Holy Spirit is part of our guarantee that we are part of the unified body of Christ. (Ephesians 1:14)

Ephesians chapter 1 is rich with reasons for pursuing unity. The overarching value that comes from being unified is the harmonious state of agreement within the body of Christ. 

Prayer: Father, we thank you for the faith we have received. Please help us in areas of unbelief so that we may work closely with Your people. Enlighten our hearts and give us the strength to keep your command to love. Amen

 

🔴 The Bible In A Year Daily Reading Plan

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Isaiah 39:1-41:16, Ephesians 1:1-23, Psalm 66:1-20, Proverbs 23:25-28

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This devotional was written by Torrie Slaughter the founder of Our Given Purpose® for A Daily Purpose Bible Study & Devotional. Want to hear more? Tune in on Mondays and listen to Our Given Purpose the Podcast and on Fridays to Talking on Purpose with Torrie the Podcast & Internet Show. Torrie also hosts a YouTube channel of the same name. 

 

 

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A Daily Purpose

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Bible Study & Devotional 264

Guiding Scripture: ‘Psalm 65:1-2, ‘Praise awaits you, our God, in Zion; to you our vows will be fulfilled. You who answer prayer, to you all people will come.’

 

 

🔴 Praise

written by: Torrie Slaughter

Did you know that Google defines praise as a form of social interaction that expresses recognition, reassurance, or admiration? Praise is expressed verbally as well as by body language. That means we will use every part of our being to show appreciation of our Lord.

As you read today’s passages, think about God’s kingdom and how He answers your prayers. Nothing is beyond the Lord’s reach, and He sees each of us. Thank Him that you can acknowledge Him now. Give God praise!

 

 

 

🔴 The Bible In A Year Daily Reading Plan

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Isaiah 37:1-38:22, Galatians 6:1-18, Psalm 65:1-13, Proverbs 23:24 

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This devotional was written by Torrie Slaughter the founder of Our Given Purpose® for A Daily Purpose Bible Study & Devotional. Want to hear more? Tune in on Mondays and listen to Our Given Purpose the Podcast and on Fridays to Talking on Purpose with Torrie the Podcast & Internet Show. Torrie also hosts a YouTube channel of the same name. 

 

 

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A Daily Purpose

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Bible Study & Devotional 263

Guiding Scripture: Galatians 5:13 ‘You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.’ 

 

 

🔴 Selfless Incentive

written by: Torrie Slaughter

 

As Paul continues his letter to the Galatian church, we glean helpful instruction. For many of us, love seems simple, but it is a pearl of complex wisdom that we grow in as we seek Jesus. 

Scripture tells us not to worship idols or other gods (Exodus 20:5). Our freedom in Christ is an opportunity to testify to His greatness and mercy. Yes, it is a privilege to serve at the Master’s command, but just as Jesus humbled Himself and washed the feet of His known enemies, we should exercise that exact obedience. 

Galatians 5:16 guides us to seek the Holy Spirit; the Comforter Jesus Christ promised to leave until His return. It is in the Spirit that we will resist the cravings of our flesh. We can hunger and thirst for righteousness while remaining in God.

 The Journey

In our daily walk, we have the power to influence others through interactions, choices, and decisions. We should resist the fleshly desire to assert our authority or bend people into submission. That mentality conflicts with the Holy Spirit. Pride is greedy, as are personal preferences. Take heed to walk like Christ and deny selfish behaviors. 

Prayer: Lord, make our fleshly desires obvious. We want to walk in Your precepts and inherit Your kingdom. Please help us sow gentleness, love, joy, peace, and kindness into every area of our lives. Amen

 

🔴 The Bible In A Year Daily Reading Plan

Monday, September 20, 2021

Isaiah 33:10-36:22, Galatians 5:13-26, Psalm 64:1-10, Proverbs 23:23 

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This devotional was written by Torrie Slaughter the founder of Our Given Purpose® for A Daily Purpose Bible Study & Devotional. Want to hear more? Tune in on Mondays and listen to Our Given Purpose the Podcast and on Fridays to Talking on Purpose with Torrie the Podcast & Internet Show. Torrie also hosts a YouTube channel of the same name. 

 

 

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A Daily Purpose

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Bible Study & Devotional 262

 

 

 

🔴Psalm 63:1-11 AMP

 

 

1′ O GOD, You are my God, earnestly will I seek You; my inner self thirsts for You, my flesh longs and is faint for You, in a dry and weary land where no water is.

2 So I have looked upon You in the sanctuary to see Your power and Your glory.

3 Because Your loving-kindness is better than life, my lips shall praise You.

4 So will I bless You while I live; I will lift up my hands in Your name.

5 My whole being shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise You with joyful lips

6 When I remember You upon my bed and meditate on You in the night watches.

7 For You have been my help, and in the shadow of Your wings will I rejoice.

8 My whole being follows hard after You and clings closely to You; Your right hand upholds me.

9 But those who seek and demand my life to ruin and destroy it shall [themselves be destroyed and] go into the lower parts of the earth [into the underworld of the dead].

10 They shall be given over to the power of the sword; they shall be a prey for foxes and jackals.

11 But the king shall rejoice in God; everyone who swears by Him [that is, who binds himself by God’s authority, acknowledging His supremacy, and devoting himself to His glory and service alone; every such one] shall glory, for the mouths of those who speak lies shall be stopped.’

 

 

 

🔴 The Bible In A Year Daily Reading Plan

Sunday, September 19, 2021

Isaiah 30:12-33:9, Galatians 5:1-12, Psalm 63:1-11, Proverbs 23:22 

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This devotional was written by Torrie Slaughter the founder of Our Given Purpose® for A Daily Purpose Bible Study & Devotional. Want to hear more? Tune in on Mondays and listen to Our Given Purpose the Podcast and on Fridays to Talking on Purpose with Torrie the Podcast & Internet Show. Torrie also hosts a YouTube channel of the same name. 

 

 

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A Daily Purpose

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Bible Study & Devotional 261

Guiding Scripture: Psalms 62:8 ‘Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. ‘ 

 

 

🔴Confidence

written by: Torrie Slaughter

 

A relationship built on trust has the ability and strength to stand firm during trials. I am learning about my lack of faith in God because I limit my Heavenly Father based on human deception.

I’m sure you can recall times of hurt, pain, confusion, and doubt. Perhaps the person you needed most wasn’t available or let you down in a different way. The human issue is we transfer onto other circumstances. That is a path our brain carves out. If the pattern repeats, it is challenging to escape the well-worn mental path.

But God!

He wants to interrupt our destructive thinking and insert His truth. God is our refuge, and we can trust Him with everything. All we need to do is submit to His ways. 

Have you tried to trust Jesus?

 

 

🔴 The Bible In A Year Daily Reading Plan

Saturday, September 18, 2021

Isaiah 28:14-30:11, Galatians 3:23-4:31, Psalm 62:1-12, Proverbs 23:19-21 

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This devotional was written by Torrie Slaughter the founder of Our Given Purpose® for A Daily Purpose Bible Study & Devotional. Want to hear more? Tune in on Mondays and listen to Our Given Purpose the Podcast and on Fridays to Talking on Purpose with Torrie the Podcast & Internet Show. Torrie also hosts a YouTube channel of the same name. 

 

 

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