Bless-able - Building a Life God Can Bless
Day 1: Building a Bless-able Life
Because this world that constantly tells us to chase happiness, it's easy to forget that true fulfillment comes from living a life that God can bless. We often find ourselves pursuing temporary pleasures, only to realize that they leave us empty. Instead, we should focus on building a life that aligns with God's teachings and values. Matthew 7:24 says, 'Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.' When we build our lives on the solid foundation of Jesus' teachings, we create a life that can withstand any storm. Reflect on your current pursuits. Are they leading you closer to God or further away? Remember, 'What if happiness leads to you not being able to be blessed by God? I say that because so many of us want to be blessed or to be happy, and yet we're not living lives that are even blessable by God.' Question: What areas of your life need realignment to be more in line with God's teachings? Prayer: Lord, help me to build my life on Your solid foundation. Guide my choices and actions so that they align with Your will. Amen.
'Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.' - Matthew 7:24
What areas of your life need realignment to be more in line with God's teachings?
"What if happiness leads to you not being able to be blessed by God? I say that because so many of us want to be blessed or to be happy, and yet we're not living lives that are even bless-able by God."
Prayer
Lord, help me to build my life on Your solid foundation. Guide my choices and actions so that they align with Your will. Amen.
Day 2: The Cost of Chasing Happiness
Many people spend their lives chasing happiness, only to find that it eludes them. True joy and fulfillment come from a life surrendered to Jesus. When we prioritize our happiness over our holiness, we end up with neither. Mark 8:36 says, 'What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?' This verse reminds us that worldly gains are meaningless if they come at the cost of our relationship with God. Consider this: 'There's too many people who are chasing happiness at the cost of their holiness and they wind up with neither.' Reflect on your pursuits and ask yourself if they are drawing you closer to God or pulling you away. Question: Are you prioritizing temporary happiness over eternal holiness? Prayer: Lord, help me to seek Your holiness above all else. Teach me to find joy in Your presence and not in the fleeting pleasures of this world. Amen.
'What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?' - Mark 8:36
Are you prioritizing temporary happiness over eternal holiness?
"There's too many people who are chasing happiness at the cost of their holiness and they wind up with neither."
Prayer
Lord, help me to seek Your holiness above all else. Teach me to find joy in Your presence and not in the fleeting pleasures of this world. Amen.
Day 3: The Unchanging Foundation
In a world where everything is constantly changing, it's comforting to know that Jesus remains the same. Our emotions, circumstances, and even the people around us may change, but Jesus and His Word are steadfast. Hebrews 13:8 says, 'Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.' This verse reassures us that we can always rely on Jesus, no matter what changes we face in life. Remember, 'Emotions change, People change, Possessions fade, wealth comes, wealth goes, culture changes, seasons change. Jesus doesn't. His word doesn't.' Let this truth anchor you in times of uncertainty. Question: How can you rely more on Jesus' unchanging nature in your daily life? Prayer: Lord, thank You for being my constant in a world of change. Help me to trust in Your unchanging nature and find peace in Your steadfast love. Amen.
'Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.' - Hebrews 13:8
Emotions change, People change, Possessions fade, wealth comes, wealth goes, culture changes, seasons change. Jesus doesn't. His word doesn't.
Prayer
Lord, thank You for being my constant in a world of change. Help me to trust in Your unchanging nature and find peace in Your steadfast love. Amen.
Day 4: The Power of Example
Our actions speak louder than our words, especially when it comes to raising children or influencing others. People are more likely to follow what we do rather than what we say. John 15:10 says, 'If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love.' This verse emphasizes the importance of living out God's commands as a testimony to others. Reflect on this: 'Your children will never, ever, ever, ever, ever do what you say... But you know what they'll always do? They'll always do what you show them what you do.' Consider how your actions align with your words and the example you are setting for those around you. Question: What changes can you make to ensure your actions reflect your faith? Prayer: Lord, help me to live out my faith in a way that others can see Your love through me. Let my actions be a true reflection of Your teachings. Amen.
'If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love.' - John 15:10
Prayer
Lord, help me to live out my faith in a way that others can see Your love through me. Let my actions be a true reflection of Your teachings. Amen.
Day 5: Seeking God's Presence
In our quest for approval and validation, we often forget that the only approval we truly need is God's. His presence brings peace, while seeking human praise only adds pressure. Proverbs 29:25 says, 'Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.' This verse reminds us that seeking God's approval is the path to true security and peace. Consider this: 'God's presence produces peace. People's praise produces pressure.' Reflect on where you are seeking validation and how it affects your peace of mind. Question: Are you seeking God's presence or human approval in your daily life? Prayer: Lord, help me to seek Your presence above all else. Let Your peace fill my heart and guide my actions. Amen.
'Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.' - Proverbs 29:25
Question
Are you seeking God's presence or human approval in your daily life?
God's presence produces peace. People's praise produces pressure.
Prayer
Lord, help me to seek Your presence above all else. Let Your peace fill my heart and guide my actions. Amen.
Because this world that constantly tells us to chase happiness, it's easy to forget that true fulfillment comes from living a life that God can bless. We often find ourselves pursuing temporary pleasures, only to realize that they leave us empty. Instead, we should focus on building a life that aligns with God's teachings and values. Matthew 7:24 says, 'Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.' When we build our lives on the solid foundation of Jesus' teachings, we create a life that can withstand any storm. Reflect on your current pursuits. Are they leading you closer to God or further away? Remember, 'What if happiness leads to you not being able to be blessed by God? I say that because so many of us want to be blessed or to be happy, and yet we're not living lives that are even blessable by God.' Question: What areas of your life need realignment to be more in line with God's teachings? Prayer: Lord, help me to build my life on Your solid foundation. Guide my choices and actions so that they align with Your will. Amen.
'Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.' - Matthew 7:24
What areas of your life need realignment to be more in line with God's teachings?
"What if happiness leads to you not being able to be blessed by God? I say that because so many of us want to be blessed or to be happy, and yet we're not living lives that are even bless-able by God."
Prayer
Lord, help me to build my life on Your solid foundation. Guide my choices and actions so that they align with Your will. Amen.
Day 2: The Cost of Chasing Happiness
Many people spend their lives chasing happiness, only to find that it eludes them. True joy and fulfillment come from a life surrendered to Jesus. When we prioritize our happiness over our holiness, we end up with neither. Mark 8:36 says, 'What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?' This verse reminds us that worldly gains are meaningless if they come at the cost of our relationship with God. Consider this: 'There's too many people who are chasing happiness at the cost of their holiness and they wind up with neither.' Reflect on your pursuits and ask yourself if they are drawing you closer to God or pulling you away. Question: Are you prioritizing temporary happiness over eternal holiness? Prayer: Lord, help me to seek Your holiness above all else. Teach me to find joy in Your presence and not in the fleeting pleasures of this world. Amen.
'What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?' - Mark 8:36
Are you prioritizing temporary happiness over eternal holiness?
"There's too many people who are chasing happiness at the cost of their holiness and they wind up with neither."
Prayer
Lord, help me to seek Your holiness above all else. Teach me to find joy in Your presence and not in the fleeting pleasures of this world. Amen.
Day 3: The Unchanging Foundation
In a world where everything is constantly changing, it's comforting to know that Jesus remains the same. Our emotions, circumstances, and even the people around us may change, but Jesus and His Word are steadfast. Hebrews 13:8 says, 'Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.' This verse reassures us that we can always rely on Jesus, no matter what changes we face in life. Remember, 'Emotions change, People change, Possessions fade, wealth comes, wealth goes, culture changes, seasons change. Jesus doesn't. His word doesn't.' Let this truth anchor you in times of uncertainty. Question: How can you rely more on Jesus' unchanging nature in your daily life? Prayer: Lord, thank You for being my constant in a world of change. Help me to trust in Your unchanging nature and find peace in Your steadfast love. Amen.
'Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.' - Hebrews 13:8
Emotions change, People change, Possessions fade, wealth comes, wealth goes, culture changes, seasons change. Jesus doesn't. His word doesn't.
Prayer
Lord, thank You for being my constant in a world of change. Help me to trust in Your unchanging nature and find peace in Your steadfast love. Amen.
Day 4: The Power of Example
Our actions speak louder than our words, especially when it comes to raising children or influencing others. People are more likely to follow what we do rather than what we say. John 15:10 says, 'If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love.' This verse emphasizes the importance of living out God's commands as a testimony to others. Reflect on this: 'Your children will never, ever, ever, ever, ever do what you say... But you know what they'll always do? They'll always do what you show them what you do.' Consider how your actions align with your words and the example you are setting for those around you. Question: What changes can you make to ensure your actions reflect your faith? Prayer: Lord, help me to live out my faith in a way that others can see Your love through me. Let my actions be a true reflection of Your teachings. Amen.
'If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love.' - John 15:10
Prayer
Lord, help me to live out my faith in a way that others can see Your love through me. Let my actions be a true reflection of Your teachings. Amen.
Day 5: Seeking God's Presence
In our quest for approval and validation, we often forget that the only approval we truly need is God's. His presence brings peace, while seeking human praise only adds pressure. Proverbs 29:25 says, 'Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.' This verse reminds us that seeking God's approval is the path to true security and peace. Consider this: 'God's presence produces peace. People's praise produces pressure.' Reflect on where you are seeking validation and how it affects your peace of mind. Question: Are you seeking God's presence or human approval in your daily life? Prayer: Lord, help me to seek Your presence above all else. Let Your peace fill my heart and guide my actions. Amen.
'Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.' - Proverbs 29:25
Question
Are you seeking God's presence or human approval in your daily life?
God's presence produces peace. People's praise produces pressure.
Prayer
Lord, help me to seek Your presence above all else. Let Your peace fill my heart and guide my actions. Amen.
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