Daily Devotionals - Rev City Church

Ep. 425 - Hidden Pain

December 27, 2024 • Hebrews 9

MINISTRY MOMENT Jesus’ blood is not ordinary. It has the power to cleanse the body of Christ from the sins that we have committed. Do not treat Jesus as common. He is holy, set apart, and the ultimate sacrifice for us. PRAYER POINT "Jesus, we thank You for the blood that You shed on the cross. We thank You for the willingness to give Your body as a ransom for us. Could You cleanse me today of anything unholy or harmful? In Jesus’ name, Amen!" GOING DEEPER Read all of Hebrews 9. WALK IT OUT Is there any part of you, that you are refusing to let the blood of Christ cleanse? Be vulnerable before God. Let Him into those areas and let Him cleanse you! SHARE WITH OTHERS Share this revelation with others. Tell them of the sacrifice that was given for them!

Ep. 424 - Waiting to Open the Gift

December 26, 2024 • Matthew 7:11, Hebrews 11:6, Romans 8:25

MINISTRY MOMENT Have you found it difficult in the past to wait for something patiently? Are you in a season right now where you are struggling to wait for a gift, dream, or promise? PRAYER POINT "Father, thank You that YOU have an amazing plan and purpose for my life. I recognize that You are the one and only perfect gift-giver. You give us blessings in Your perfect time and way. Help me to trust You and wait patiently. In the name of Jesus, I pray, Amen!" GOING DEEPER Read and study Matthew 7:11, Hebrews 11:6, and Romans 8:25. WALK IT OUT The truth is that we won’t have to wait long for new opportunities that will help stretch our patience. The next time you find yourself struggling to wait patiently, bring those burdens to the Lord in prayer and worship. SHARE WITH OTHERS As much as we each struggle with patience at times, we can know that our friends and family will also struggle in this area. Look for ways to encourage those around you with the Biblical approach to waiting patiently.

Ep. 423 - The Greatest Gift

December 25, 2024 • Romans 8:25, Matthew 7:11, Hebrews 11:6

MINISTRY MOMENT Do I fully believe that my life is a gift and offering that God both desires and deserves? If you feel inferior, insignificant, or unworthy, be reminded that Jesus came at Christmas to live the life that would be given for YOU. PRAYER POINT "Father, thank You for the gift of Jesus. Thank You for the gift of life and new life in Christ. Thank You for the grace to give myself more fully to God’s plans and purposes for my life. You are worthy of all I am and all I have. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen." GOING DEEPER Read and study Romans Chapter 6. WALK IT OUT Decide or rededicate yourself today to give your life to the Lord, not just as a one time salvation decision, but as an ongoing way to give back to God for all He has given you through Christ. SHARE WITH OTHERS Consider encouraging someone that the God of the whole universe eagerly desires a personal relationship with them. WORSHIP SONG OF THE DAY Worship Song of the Day | "Behold" | Phil Wickham https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fqljhsg58m

Ep. 422 - Happy to Have

December 24, 2024 • Ephesians 2

MINISTRY MOMENT Do you often lose appreciation for gifts that you have had for a long time? How can you begin to show thankfulness to God for what He has given you? PRAYER POINT "Father, we thank You that we are able to have eternal life in Heaven! You truly are a good Father! We ask that You expand our appreciation for all the good things You have done for us! Give us thankful hearts today in Jesus’ mighty name, Amen!" GOING DEEPER Read and study Ephesians 2. WALK IT OUT Pray today, and tell the Lord how thankful you are for what He has given you! SHARE WITH OTHERS Tell others about the gift that God has given you!

Ep. 421 - Seasons of Waiting

December 23, 2024 • Luke 3:23

MINISTRY MOMENT Luke 3:23 informs us that Jesus was roughly 30 years old when He began public ministry. I want you to think about that for a moment. That means for 30 years of Jesus' life, He wasn’t “doing” the work of the ministry He was literally sent to the earth to accomplish. In fact, in the Gospels, Jesus was referred to as “the carpenter”, or “the carpenter’s son”, long before He was ever called Lord and Savior. Was this season of Jesus' life a waste? Did He miss the calling of God when He was a teenager and decided to follow in His earthly father’s footsteps and become a carpenter? Not at all! What we see throughout scripture is God molding and shaping His people through seasons of preparation and positioning. PRAYER POINT “Father, I thank You for the season of preparation and positioning You have me in. Help me keep my eyes on You, the Author and Perfecter of my faith. Lead me in this season, so I can be even more faithful and fruitful in the future. In Jesus’ name, Amen.” GOING DEEPER What other stories of preparation can you find in the Bible. Think about Moses, Joshua, Gideon, etc. WALK IT OUT What practical steps can you take to stay focused in this season of preparation? SHARE WITH OTHERS Look for the opportunity to share what Jesus revealed to you today.

Ep. 420 - Use the Instructions

December 22, 2024 • 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 119:105

MINISTRY MOMENT Can you imagine the difficulty in trying to build a Lego set without the instruction manual? To go even further, it is also difficult to build a relationship with God without our “instruction manual,” the Bible. PRAYER POINT "Father God, thank You for the Scriptures that were written for our instruction. Thank You for the hope and encouragement I can gain as I read about Your Word. Lord, I know Your Word is filled with promises that I believe You will keep and make happen. Grant me the blessing to be a faithful disciple in believing the Word of God and that I may be a light shining upon all who are in darkness. In Jesus' name, Amen." GOING DEEPER Read and study 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12, and Psalm 119:105. WALK IT OUT Make an effort to dive into God’s Word daily. There are a multitude of Bible study plans available online or through purchase. You could also study the Bible through the verses provided by these daily devotionals! SHARE WITH OTHERS Encourage others in your life with this illustration. You could possibly start a Bible study group or join a community group to share your insights from God’s Word with others.

Ep. 419 - The Right Path

December 21, 2024 • Jeremiah 29:11

MINISTRY MOMENT Is there an area where you need to trust God with His plan for your life? Even if you can’t see exactly what He is doing, I promise He will be faithful to guide you. PRAYER POINT Dear God, Help me fully trust Your plan for my life. Grant me wisdom and patience to follow Your guidance, even when the path is unclear. In Jesus’ name, Amen. GOING DEEPER Read and study Jeremiah 29:11. WALK IT OUT Examine your heart today to see if there have been some areas where you’ve tried to do hard things without God’s help. SHARE WITH OTHERS Be an example to others and encourage them to spend time asking God what His plan is for them.

Ep. 418 - Do You Want More?

December 20, 2024 • Hebrews 11:1, Proverbs 3:5–6, Matthew 25:23, 1 Corinthians 4:2, Luke 16:10

MINISTRY MOMENT Reflect on a time when you were faithful in a seemingly small task or responsibility. How did this act of faithfulness impact your life? Did you experience unexpected blessings or opportunities as a result PRAYER POINT "Lord, help me to cultivate a heart of faithfulness. Grant me the strength to be diligent in my daily tasks, no matter how mundane they may seem. I pray for the grace to honor my commitments and steward my time, talents, and resources wisely. In Jesus’ name, Amen." GOING DEEPER GOING DEEPER Read and study Hebrews 11:1, and reflect on the following: "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Faith is the foundation of faithfulness. By trusting in God's promises, we can be faithful in our daily lives, even when we can't see the immediate benefits. Read and study Proverbs 3:5-6, and reflect on the following: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight." This verse encourages us to trust in God's guidance and to seek His wisdom in all our decisions. By trusting in Him, we can be more faithful in carrying out His will. Read and study Matthew 6:33, and reflect on the following: "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." When we prioritize God's kingdom and righteousness, we are demonstrating our faithfulness to Him. In return, He promises to provide for our needs. WALK IT OUT Identify one area of your life where you can improve your faithfulness. This could be a specific task, a relationship, or a Biblical practice. Set a specific, measurable goal related to this area. For example, if you want to be more faithful in your prayer life, you could set a goal to pray for 15 minutes each day. Create a plan to achieve your goal. Break down your goal into smaller steps and set a timeline for completing each step. SHARE WITH OTHERS Share this devotional with a friend or family member who could benefit from its message. Encourage them to reflect on their own faithfulness and to seek ways to grow in this area. You could also discuss the devotional together and share your thoughts and insights.

Ep. 417 - Quick to Forgive

December 19, 2024 • Colossians 3:12–17

MINISTRY MOMENT Are you struggling with forgiveness in any area of your life? PRAYER POINT Ask God if He will show you someone who you may need to forgive. GOING DEEPER Read and study Colossians‬ ‭3‬:‭12‬-‭17. WALK IT OUT Choose today, with the Lord's grace in mind, to forgive somebody whom the Lord brings to mind. Forgive them in your mind and in your heart. SHARE WITH OTHERS Prayerfully consider asking the Lord if you need to share with this person that you have forgiven them.

Ep. 416 - Total Confidence?

December 18, 2024 • Hebrews 13:20–21, Jeremiah 29:11

MINISTRY MOMENT Are you in a season of obstacles? Take special time to bring these issues before the Lord with prayer and worship. What is He speaking to you through this season? PRAYER POINT “Father, thank You that You are our good and perfect Father, and that You have good plans for us. Help me see and hear what you might be speaking to me during a difficult season. By Your love and grace, confirm what Your will is for my life. In the name of Jesus, I pray, Amen!” GOING DEEPER Read and study Hebrews 13:20-21 and Jeremiah 29:11. WALK IT OUT If you are walking through a tough season, be honest with yourself and seek the Lord — is He speaking to you through the obstacles? Are there ways you need to get back on the right path? Could it be a spiritual attack? Is it simply a hard natural event that you have to walk through by God’s strength and grace? Seek the Lord through prayer and worship and hear what He is speaking. SHARE WITH OTHERS If you see a close friend or family member struggling in these areas, remind them and encourage them with these Biblical truths. It’s good for all of us to be reminded that we can bring our obstacles and problems to the Lord. He is for us and not against us!

Ep. 415 - Silence ≠ Rejection

December 17, 2024 • Psalm 22

MINISTRY MOMENT Have you ever experienced silence in your relationship with God? What did you believe that to be? Do you allow your silent moments to be intentional? Why or why not? PRAYER POINT “Father, through all of the silence, I trust You! You are kind and patient, more than anyone I know. I ask that You bring comfort to me. Speak to me, even in the midst of silence. Thank You, Lord! Amen!” GOING DEEPER Read and study Psalms 22. WALK IT OUT Allow yourself to reflect during your silent times. Why is God being silent? What can I learn from His character? SHARE WITH OTHERS Encourage others with the same! Our God is patient and in no rush to make decisions! Allow His silence to minister to your heart!

Ep. 414 - Don't Take it Back

December 16, 2024 • Proverbs 3:5–6, Isaiah 41:10, Jeremiah 17:7–8

MINISTRY MOMENT What is emotionally weighing you down right now? What has you “trying to fix it” and unable to - all at the same time? There’s a great chance that you’re carrying something that you were never supposed to. PRAYER POINT “Jesus, I give You my burdens. I give You the weight I’m carrying that I know I was never meant to. I lay it at Your feet, and I’m not gonna pick it up again. It’s Yours. I trust You with the outcome.” GOING DEEPER Read and study Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 41:10, and Jeremiah 17:7-8. WALK IT OUT Give yourself a daily assessment with your thoughts. What are your thoughts focusing on? What are the taxes you’re emotionally/mentally paying and are they ones you were meant to pay? Be willing to honestly audit yourself, and hand off the ones you aren’t meant to pay. SHARE WITH OTHERS Invite your closest confidant (spouse would be great) and be willing to “audit” one another on how - and what - you are carrying.

Ep. 413 - Our Dependency

December 15, 2024 • Matthew 18:3–4, 2 Corinthians 12:9

MINISTRY MOMENT Even though God is the giver of the capabilities that we have, He wants to partner with us in our endeavors. Are we doing that? PRAYER POINT “Dear God, please humble me and allow me to understand what a childlike humility and dependence on You should look like in my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.” GOING DEEPER Read and study Matthew 18:3-4 and 2 Corinthians 12:9. WALK IT OUT Let’s be real with ourselves and ask ourselves if it ever feels like we advance forward before calling upon Jesus and asking Him to influence our pursuit of anything in life. SHARE WITH OTHERS You can verbally encourage people towards relying on God as their source, but when they see the fruit of it in your life as you live it out, they will be impacted.

Ep. 412 - Remember & Look Forward

December 14, 2024 • Psalm 143:5, Deuteronomy 4:9

MINISTRY MOMENT What do you tend to remember and what do you forget? If you remember the hurts and traumas that have happened to you (the guilt and shame of your sin), but forget the many ways God has blessed and delivered you, make a choice to switch what you remember and forget! Remember that Jesus paid the price for your sin. Receive His forgiveness and forget the guilt and shame. Remember how He has healed you of trauma in the past and trust Him to bring you through our current and future trials. PRAYER POINT “Father, thank You for all the many ways You have blessed me in the past. Please help me to remember Your faithfulness, so that I can trust You no matter what the future holds. In Jesus’ name, Amen.” GOING DEEPER Read and study Psalm 143:5 and Deuteronomy 4:9. Search for other scriptures that encourage us to remember. WALK IT OUT Pay attention to what you remember. When you find yourself remembering things that you should forget, choose to refocus on God and remember all of the wonderful things He has done for you! Use what you remember to fuel your faith and how you live your life going forward! SHARE WITH OTHERS As the year comes to a close, share with your friends the many ways that God has blessed you this year, and how you are going to use those memories to grow your faith as you walk into the new year!

Ep. 411 - Supreme Confidence

December 13, 2024 • Jeremiah 17:7, Hebrews 4:16, 1 John 5:14

MINISTRY MOMENT Whatever you are facing in your life right now, you can have the supreme confidence that God loves you. He hears your prayers. He is able and willing to provide mercy and grace in your time of need, and He will never leave you nor forsake you. PRAYER POINT “Father, give us the confidence to trust in You. Help us remember who You are, and never forget that You hold all authority and power in Heaven and on Earth. Help us keep our confidence in You and You alone. In Jesus’ name, Amen.” GOING DEEPER Hebrews 4:16 says, “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with CONFIDENCE, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” What does that mean to you? WALK IT OUT What practical steps can you take to keep your confidence in the Lord? SHARE WITH OTHERS Look for the opportunity to share what Jesus revealed to you today.