The Authority of God’s Word

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

Reading: Matthew 15; Psalm 119:105-112

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.

Jesus challenges the Pharisees for putting human tradition above God’s commandments, calling us to ask: Are we guilty of the same? Often, cultural norms or personal preferences can begin to shape our decisions more than Scripture. Psalm 119 reminds us that God's Word is our guide—it brings clarity, protection, and direction. Today, consider where you might be resisting the authority of God's Word and ask Him to lead you back into alignment.

Where in my life am I relying more on human ideas or comfort than on God’s Word?

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. Pray through the things you sensed God speaking to you through the Scriptures or pray the following prayer: Lord, help me to submit fully to Your Word, recognizing its authority and life-giving power. Illuminate my path and guide my steps according to Your perfect will.
   
3. 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:

• Write out Psalm 119:105 and place it somewhere visible as a daily reminder.