Devotions Gen 47-48 Faithful Promises

Joshua Engen • March 3, 2024

Devotions Gen 47-48 Faithful Promises

Daily Devotion 1: The Eternal Promise Land

Key Scripture: Genesis 47:28-30

Summary: Jacob, nearing the end of his life, makes Joseph promise to bury him in the land of his ancestors, not in Egypt. This promise underscores the significance of God's faithfulness to His people.

Worship Response: Reflect on God's unwavering faithfulness to His promises. Offer praise for His reliability and trustworthiness.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your faithfulness throughout history. Help me trust in Your promises, knowing that You always keep Your word.

Action Step: Reflect on your own promises and commitments. Consider how you can demonstrate faithfulness to others in your life today.

Daily Devotion 2: Memories of Hope

Key Scripture: Genesis 48:1-4

Summary: Jacob, on his deathbed, recounts his encounter with God at Luz, emphasizing God's promises and blessings despite his current weakness.

Worship Response: Spend time recalling significant moments when you encountered God's presence and experienced His blessings in your life.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for the memories of hope and encouragement in times of weakness. Help me to share these experiences with others to strengthen their faith.

Action Step: Share one of your memorable encounters with God with a friend or family member, encouraging them in their own faith journey.

Daily Devotion 3: Undeserved Blessings

Key Scripture: Genesis 48:5-22

Summary: Jacob blesses Joseph's sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, with the younger receiving the greater blessing, highlighting God's grace and the importance of trusting in His provision.

Worship Response: Reflect on the undeserved blessings in your life and offer gratitude to God for His grace and favor.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your abundant blessings, even when I don't deserve them. Help me to trust in Your provision and sovereignty.

Action Step: Practice gratitude by writing down three blessings in your life for which you are thankful, and share them with someone else.

Daily Devotion 4: Trusting God's Faithfulness

Key Scripture: Exodus 34:6-7

Summary: Jacob's trust in God's faithfulness is echoed throughout Scripture, reminding us of God's compassionate and gracious nature, slow to anger and abounding in faithful love.

Worship Response: Meditate on Exodus 34:6-7 and offer worship to God for His loving faithfulness and forgiveness.

Prayer: Lord, help me to trust in Your faithfulness, knowing that You are compassionate and gracious. Thank You for Your forgiveness and faithful love.

Action Step: Reflect on times when God has shown His faithfulness in your life, and journal about His goodness and provision.

Daily Devotion 5: The Eternal Hope

Key Scripture: Joshua 24:32

Summary: Joseph's bones are eventually buried in the land of promise, symbolizing the fulfillment of God's eternal hope and the ultimate victory over death.

Worship Response: Contemplate the eternal hope we have in Christ, knowing that His promises will be fulfilled.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for the eternal hope we have in You. Help me to live with anticipation of the promise of resurrection and eternal life.

Action Step: Spend time in prayer, expressing your hope in Christ's return and the fulfillment of His promises in your life.

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Acts 2: 21-41

By Joshua Engen • June 10, 2024

Acts 2:21-41

Acts 2

By Joshua Engen • June 3, 2024

Day 1: The Power of Unity and the Holy Spirit Key Verse: "When the day of Pentecost had arrived, they were all together in one place." - Acts 2:1 (CSB) Summary: The day of Pentecost marked a pivotal moment in Christian history, where the followers of Jesus were united in one place, awaiting the promised Holy Spirit. This unity and anticipation created an environment ripe for a miraculous encounter with God. The Holy Spirit descended upon them, signifying the birth of the Church and empowering believers to spread the gospel. Application Questions: How can you cultivate a sense of unity and anticipation in your faith community? In what ways do you need the Holy Spirit to empower you today? Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit. Help us to stay united in purpose and eagerly await Your presence in our lives. Empower us to spread Your gospel with boldness and love. Amen. Day 2: Speaking in Tongues and Proclaiming God's Deeds Key Verse: "Then they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them." - Acts 2:4 (CSB) Summary: The disciples began to speak in different languages, empowered by the Holy Spirit, allowing people from various nations to hear about God's magnificent acts. This miracle not only spread the gospel but also symbolized the reversal of Babel, where language barriers once divided humanity. Application Questions: How can you use your unique gifts to communicate God's love to others? Who in your life needs to hear about the great things God has done? Prayer: Holy Spirit, thank You for empowering us to share Your message. Help me to use my gifts to proclaim Your deeds and reach those who need to hear about Your love. Break down any barriers that prevent others from understanding Your gospel. Amen. Day 3: Calling on the Name of the Lord Key Verse: "Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." - Acts 2:21 (CSB) Summary: Peter concludes his sermon with the powerful promise that salvation is available to all who call on the name of the Lord. This call is not just a one-time event but a continual act of faith and trust in Jesus as our Savior and King. Application Questions: Have you called on the name of the Lord for your salvation? If not, what is holding you back? How can you help others understand the importance of calling on Jesus for their salvation? Prayer: Jesus, thank You for the gift of salvation available to all who call on Your name. I call on You now, trusting You as my Savior and King. Help me to share this life-saving message with those around me. Amen. Day 4: The Holy Spirit Dwells Within Every Believer Key Verse: "Don't you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own." - 1 Corinthians 6:19 (CSB) Summary: The moment we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, the Holy Spirit comes to dwell within us. This indwelling presence of God transforms us and empowers us to live a life that reflects Jesus. The Holy Spirit's presence is a constant source of strength, guidance, and comfort. Application Questions: How does knowing the Holy Spirit lives within you influence your daily decisions and actions? What steps can you take to cultivate a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit? Prayer: Lord, thank You for the incredible gift of Your Spirit dwelling within me. Help me to live in a way that honors Your presence in my life and to seek Your guidance in all that I do. Amen. Day 5: The Holy Spirit Empowers People to Share the Gospel Key Verse: "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come on you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." - Acts 1:8 (CSB) Summary: The Holy Spirit empowers believers to share the gospel, often in extraordinary ways. On the day of Pentecost, the apostles were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in tongues, allowing them to communicate God's deeds to people of different languages. This empowerment is available to all believers, equipping us to spread the message of Jesus. Application Questions: How can you rely on the Holy Spirit’s power to share the gospel with others? Can you recall a time when the Holy Spirit enabled you to witness in a special way? Prayer: Holy Spirit, thank You for empowering me to be a witness for Jesus. Give me boldness and the right words to share the gospel with those around me. Help me to rely on Your power rather than my own. Amen.

Devotions Gen 47-48 Faithful Promises