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Embracing God's Greater Purpose

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  

Reading: Romans 8:28-30, Ephesians 2:10

Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  
After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be attentive to both what you highlighted in the passage and what is going on in your life.

God has a purpose for each of us that often extends beyond our immediate understanding. Like the disciples, we're being prepared for a greater calling. Today's passages assure us that God works all things for the good of those who love Him and that we are His workmanship, created for good works.

Reflect on how past experiences, even difficult ones, might be preparing you for future service. How can you align your life more closely with God's purpose? 


Now, take 10 minutes to seek God in prayer…  
  1. Begin your time in prayer by taking 1-3 minutes to sit in silence (You can take longer if you sense the Spirit already beginning to speak to you).  
  2. Ask God to reveal more of His plan for you and for the courage to embrace it fully.
  3. Pray through the things you sensed God speaking to you through the Scriptures or pray the following prayer: Father, align my heart with Your purpose. Use my past experiences for Your glory and guide me in the path You have prepared. Amen.
  4. Close by taking 5 minutes to sit in silence, asking God if there is anything else He wants to speak to you today.  

Take Action:
  1. Journal about a past struggle and how God used it for good.

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