Monday – 2 Corinthians 12:9-10. Do you ever feel like God can’t use you because you have problems or you’re preoccupied with difficult issues? Not so! Hard things in life can actually make you more powerful for the kingdom.

Lord Jesus, be strong in my weaknesses and challenges. Show me how I can use them to point more people to You.

Theme: Philippians: “A Chain Reaction”

Main Text: Philippians 1:12-26

Tuesday – Matthew 7:15-17. Many people today claim to have heard from God, or maybe they have a message from God — sometimes specifically for us. Here Jesus tells us one good way to recognize what they’re really about.

God, I need discernment about what I hear from people. Thank You for Your Word, which provides plenty of “messages” from You and instructions for my life.

Theme: Philippians: “A Chain Reaction”

Main Text: Philippians 1:12-26

Wednesday – 1 Corinthians 2:2-5. What impressions do you get here about Paul’s skills and confidence as an ambassador for Christ? How does this compare to the way you typically think of Paul?

Father God, please help me understand the magnitude of Your power, and so live for You with boldness and confidence, since my effectiveness doesn’t depend on my own strength and wisdom.

Thursday – 1 Peter 4:12-16. What things cause you to rejoice in day-to-day life? What things make you suffer? Are you participating in the sufferings of Christ?

God in heaven, I know Your love and Your plan for me are better than what I could bring about on my own. I trust You to bring something good even out of my trials.

Friday – Matthew 3:8. All our time here on earth should be devoted to fruitful labor — being about the work of God’s kingdom. If we have repented from our sins, we repent to active service for Him.

Father, I do not want to be a lukewarm Christian. I am ready to say “Yes” to making a difference and producing fruit for You.

Saturday – Revelation 22:20. In the daily challenges of living for Christ, we must not forget the ultimate goal and reward — spending eternity with Him. Do you eagerly look forward to His return?

Lord Jesus, nothing I desire compares with You. Help me not get distracted by things of this world, but keep my eyes on You. Come, Lord Jesus.

Monday – Philippians 1:3. Paul was filled with thanks as he remembered the church family at Philippi. Do you find yourself filled with thanks to God as you think of your church family? What about a close Christian friend? Have you considered that those relationships are gifts from God?

Giving God, thank You for the people You’ve placed in my life. Help me bless them today and share my gratitude for them with them.

Tuesday – Philippians 1:4-6. We are not called to be solo Christians – we are to partner with others in sharing the gospel. Name the advantages to a partnership over independence? Are you partnering with others in the gospel? How could you improve the team approach?

Lord, thank You for believers and their partnership. Help me to work together with them – to do my part and to allow others to do theirs, all for Your glory.

Wednesday – Hebrews 10:25. Close relationships need shared time together to grow. How can you make this a priority? What has gotten in the way of gathering? How can you effectively encourage another believer today?

Father, help me continue to meet with other believers – to study Your Word, to fellowship, and to encourage one another. Help me make this a priority in my life!

Thursday – Galatians 6:2. As the body of believers, we are to help one another. How have other believers helped to carry your burdens? How have you helped carry another believer’s burdens? How can you be more available to do this? Be honest with yourself about what gets in the way.

Gracious God, help me be prepared to joyfully & selflessly be Your hands and feet to others. Help me lay down my life & be available for them.