The Prodigal Spirit Within
Reading: Luke 15:11-24; Jeremiah 29:11-13
Devotional: We all carry a bit of the prodigal within us—that wild hair that wants to do things our way, chase our dreams, build our kingdoms. George Bailey resented his father's plans, longing instead for adventure and recognition. How often do we mirror this attitude with our Heavenly Father? We serve Him while secretly wishing we could be somewhere else, doing something different. God's plans may not match our Pinterest boards or vision statements, but His dreams for us are infinitely better. The beautiful truth is that our Father, like George's pop, remains patient and gracious even when we resist His calling. Today, examine your heart: Are you embracing God's plans with love, or merely tolerating them out of obligation? Surrender your prodigal spirit and discover the joy of walking in His purposes.
Devotional: We all carry a bit of the prodigal within us—that wild hair that wants to do things our way, chase our dreams, build our kingdoms. George Bailey resented his father's plans, longing instead for adventure and recognition. How often do we mirror this attitude with our Heavenly Father? We serve Him while secretly wishing we could be somewhere else, doing something different. God's plans may not match our Pinterest boards or vision statements, but His dreams for us are infinitely better. The beautiful truth is that our Father, like George's pop, remains patient and gracious even when we resist His calling. Today, examine your heart: Are you embracing God's plans with love, or merely tolerating them out of obligation? Surrender your prodigal spirit and discover the joy of walking in His purposes.