Discipleship Point
Yielding to the Holy Spirit
In seeking to grow as disciples of Jesus, we talk of three crucial components God uses to bring about spiritual growth: His Word, His Spirit, & His people.
Today we bring to mind the second of the list.
Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would remind His disciples of what He taught; That Spirit helps us too. Below is an opening prayer reminding you to yield to the Holy Spirit in both your devotions and in life itself.
Opening Prayer
Spirit of God, You are my primary teacher of God’s Word; I yield my heart and mind, my soul and spirit, my will and imagination to You as I immerse myself in the Word during these dedicated moments. Teach me in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Micro-Meditation Scripture
Psalm 119:129-136 (Peh, 17th letter)
- Your statutes are wonderful;
therefore I obey them. - The unfolding of your words gives light;
it gives understanding to the simple. - I open my mouth and pant,
longing for your commands. - Turn to me and have mercy on me,
as you always do
to those who love your name. - Direct my footsteps according to
your word; let no sin rule over me. - Redeem me from human oppression,
that I may obey your precepts. - Make your face shine on your servant
and teach me your decrees. - Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
for your law is not obeyed.
Micro-Meditation
Teaching or Command of God
James 1:27
Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.
Isaiah 25:8
He will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces; he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth
Micro-Meditation
Pondering Point
Does it bother you when God’s Word and ways are not respected or obeyed? What might God take issue with you about obedience in relation to His Word?