Day 131 · May 11
A devotional for today
Today’s readings
- Old Testament: 1 SAMUEL 10:1-11:15
- New Testament: JOHN 6:43-71
- Psalm: PSALM 107:1-43
- Proverb: PROVERBS 15:1-3
Old Testament
Saul is publicly chosen and empowered for leadership, and God gives Israel victory over the Ammonites.
New Testament
Many disciples turn away when Jesus' teaching becomes difficult. Peter stays because Jesus has the words of eternal life.
Psalm
Again and again people cry to the LORD in trouble, and He delivers them.
Proverb
A gentle answer turns away wrath, and the LORD sees every place.
Discover
Saul begins with promise, but Peter's confession points us to the only King whose words give eternal life.
Reflect
Will I follow Jesus only when His words are comfortable?
Fellowship
Share one hard teaching of Jesus that has ultimately brought life.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, where else could I go? You have the words of eternal life. Keep me faithful. Amen.
Live
Obey one teaching of Jesus that costs you something.