Prayerfully Re-Center Around God
Pondering Point
Vigilance is something Peter stresses when
warning us about the attacks of the devil
(see 1 Peter 5:8 from earlier in the week).
For Paul, vigilance comes into play this way:
Ephesians 5:15
make the most of every opportunity because the days are evil.
In light of this verse and its call to make the most of every opportunity, let’s Prayerfully Re-Center around God by reviewing how we are handling opportunities in our lives.
Review the Week
What are the risks of NOT staying vigilant as a Christian? What opportunities for good and evil, godly and ungodly do you see? Where have you been negligent (rather than vigilant) by letting things come between you and God? What can happen when you:
- allow the devil a foothold in your life (Ephesians 4:27)
- forget that he is an enemy looking to devour (1 Peter 5:8)
- forget that he wants to destroy (see John 10:10)?
Repent (if necessary)
... of a lack of vigilance regarding your spiritual walk, of not keeping your eyes peeled for opportunities God is providing, or of underestimating the influence of your enemy the devil and of your own ungodly flesh.
Return (as necessary)
Come to Father God in the name of Jesus grateful for the forgiveness that comes in His work on the cross and then re-commit to be vigilant, especially in looking for opportunities to put God front-and-center in our lives, relationships, and choices.
Prayer
Father God, I am taking this opportunity to thank You for the kindness (forgiveness, grace, and mercy) that You pour out on me through my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Help me see the other opportunities before me to honor You in my life as a follower of Jesus. In His name I pray. Amen.
This is the third week of the Micro-Group lessons.
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The second week starts here.
The third week starts here.
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