The JOURNEY wk1: Deeper Steps Devotional

"Every Journey begins with a STEP!"

I'd like to challenge you to STEP DEEPER into week one's message by diving into to this 3-step devotional challenge! I make you this promise... TIME INVESTED in God's Word and prayer (conversation with God) will ALWAYS "unlock" a deeper relationship with Him!

Step 1: Worshiping Deeper Reading: Psalm 95:1-7 Devotional: Today's passage calls us to come before God with joyful songs, thanksgiving, and worship. Week one's sermon emphasized that worship is not just an event or a feeling, but a lifestyle and a response to God's goodness. As you read these verses, reflect on how you can deepen your worship. Are there areas of your life where you've been holding back from fully surrendering to God? Consider ways you can incorporate worship into your daily routine, not just on Sundays. Remember, true worship involves your heart, mind, and actions. Challenge yourself to express your gratitude to God throughout the day, acknowledging His presence in every aspect of your life.

Step 2: Embracing God's Presence Reading: Acts 2:42-47 Devotional: The early church, as described in Acts, was devoted to fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer. They experienced a deep sense of awe as they witnessed God's power. Week one's sermon highlighted how lives flourish in God's presence. As you read this passage, consider how you can create more space for God's presence in your life. Are you fully engaged in your 5-Stone community? How can you cultivate a greater awareness of God's presence throughout your week? Reflect on ways you can foster a sense of awe and wonder at God's work in your life and in the lives of those around you. Remember, God desires to do miraculous things among His people when they are united in worship and devotion to Him.

Step 3: All-In Commitment Reading: Romans 12:1-2 Devotional: Paul urges us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, as our spiritual act of worship. Week one's sermon emphasized the importance of being "all in" rather than giving God just 99%. As you meditate on these verses, examine your level of commitment to God. Are there areas of your life you've been reluctant to surrender? Consider what it means to be transformed by the renewing of your mind. How can you align your thoughts and actions more closely with God's will? Challenge yourself to identify one area where you can demonstrate a more complete commitment to God today, remembering that true worship involves every aspect of your life.