5-Day Devotional (1/18/2026-1/24/2026)
Day 1: Dead in Sin, Alive in Christ
Reading: Ephesians 2:1-5
Devotional: The reality of our spiritual condition apart from Christ is sobering—we are dead in our trespasses and sins. But these two words change everything: "But God." While we were spiritually lifeless, controlled by the world, Satan, and our flesh, God moved toward us in love. We didn't seek Him first; He sought us. Our spiritual awakening is entirely His doing. Today, reflect on your own starting point. Can you remember when God first stirred your heart? That wasn't your achievement—it was His grace pursuing you. Let this truth humble you and fill you with gratitude. You are alive today because God, rich in mercy, made you alive together with Christ.
Day 2: The Immeasurable Riches of Grace
Reading: Ephesians 2:6-9
Devotional: Salvation is not a reward we earn but a gift we receive. God didn't rescue us from sin's muck just to leave us standing in dirty rags. He raised us up and seated us with Christ in heavenly places. Consider this staggering truth: your spiritual position is already secure in Christ. This wasn't accomplished by your good works, and it cannot be undone by your bad works. Grace means God does it all for Jesus' sake. Today, examine your heart. Are you trying to earn what's already been freely given? Are you living in the security of your position in Christ, or in the anxiety of performance? Rest in this: salvation is God's finished work, not your ongoing project.
Day 3: From Wrath to Adoption
Reading: Romans 5:6-11; 1 John 3:1-3
Devotional: By nature, we were children of wrath, deserving only God's judgment. Yet God's love transformed our identity entirely. We are no longer condemned sinners but adopted children, brought into the family of God through Christ. This adoption wasn't based on our merit or potential—it happened "while we were still sinners." God didn't wait for us to clean ourselves up. He loved us in our brokenness and made us His own. Today, let this identity sink deep into your soul. You are a beloved child of God. How does this change how you approach Him in prayer? How does it affect your sense of worth? Live today as one who belongs to the King.
Day 4: The Call to Be Disciples Who Make Disciples
Reading: Matthew 28:18-20; 2 Timothy 2:1-2
Devotional: Having been saved by grace, we are called to a purpose: to be disciples who make disciples. This begins with connecting to God, then connecting to others, and finally connecting others to God. Consider the "one person" God has placed in your life—someone who needs to hear about the hope you've found in Christ. Discipleship isn't about programs or perfection; it's about relationship and intentionality. Who can you begin investing in this week? What conversation can you initiate? Remember, you don't need to be a perfect Christian to share Christ. You simply need to be a faithful one. God uses broken vessels to pour out His grace.
Day 5: Living as God's Workmanship
Reading: Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 2:12-13
Devotional: Though we are saved by grace through faith and not by works, we are created in Christ Jesus for good works. God has prepared beforehand a path for us to walk in. Your salvation has a purpose—to bring glory to God throughout eternity. This means He is actively working in you and through you. Today, ask yourself: Am I cooperating with God's work in my life? Am I walking in the good works He's prepared for me? This isn't about earning salvation but about living out your identity as God's masterpiece. Surrender to His shaping. Trust His purpose. And walk confidently in the calling He's placed on your life, knowing He who began a good work in you will complete it.
Reading: Ephesians 2:1-5
Devotional: The reality of our spiritual condition apart from Christ is sobering—we are dead in our trespasses and sins. But these two words change everything: "But God." While we were spiritually lifeless, controlled by the world, Satan, and our flesh, God moved toward us in love. We didn't seek Him first; He sought us. Our spiritual awakening is entirely His doing. Today, reflect on your own starting point. Can you remember when God first stirred your heart? That wasn't your achievement—it was His grace pursuing you. Let this truth humble you and fill you with gratitude. You are alive today because God, rich in mercy, made you alive together with Christ.
Day 2: The Immeasurable Riches of Grace
Reading: Ephesians 2:6-9
Devotional: Salvation is not a reward we earn but a gift we receive. God didn't rescue us from sin's muck just to leave us standing in dirty rags. He raised us up and seated us with Christ in heavenly places. Consider this staggering truth: your spiritual position is already secure in Christ. This wasn't accomplished by your good works, and it cannot be undone by your bad works. Grace means God does it all for Jesus' sake. Today, examine your heart. Are you trying to earn what's already been freely given? Are you living in the security of your position in Christ, or in the anxiety of performance? Rest in this: salvation is God's finished work, not your ongoing project.
Day 3: From Wrath to Adoption
Reading: Romans 5:6-11; 1 John 3:1-3
Devotional: By nature, we were children of wrath, deserving only God's judgment. Yet God's love transformed our identity entirely. We are no longer condemned sinners but adopted children, brought into the family of God through Christ. This adoption wasn't based on our merit or potential—it happened "while we were still sinners." God didn't wait for us to clean ourselves up. He loved us in our brokenness and made us His own. Today, let this identity sink deep into your soul. You are a beloved child of God. How does this change how you approach Him in prayer? How does it affect your sense of worth? Live today as one who belongs to the King.
Day 4: The Call to Be Disciples Who Make Disciples
Reading: Matthew 28:18-20; 2 Timothy 2:1-2
Devotional: Having been saved by grace, we are called to a purpose: to be disciples who make disciples. This begins with connecting to God, then connecting to others, and finally connecting others to God. Consider the "one person" God has placed in your life—someone who needs to hear about the hope you've found in Christ. Discipleship isn't about programs or perfection; it's about relationship and intentionality. Who can you begin investing in this week? What conversation can you initiate? Remember, you don't need to be a perfect Christian to share Christ. You simply need to be a faithful one. God uses broken vessels to pour out His grace.
Day 5: Living as God's Workmanship
Reading: Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 2:12-13
Devotional: Though we are saved by grace through faith and not by works, we are created in Christ Jesus for good works. God has prepared beforehand a path for us to walk in. Your salvation has a purpose—to bring glory to God throughout eternity. This means He is actively working in you and through you. Today, ask yourself: Am I cooperating with God's work in my life? Am I walking in the good works He's prepared for me? This isn't about earning salvation but about living out your identity as God's masterpiece. Surrender to His shaping. Trust His purpose. And walk confidently in the calling He's placed on your life, knowing He who began a good work in you will complete it.
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