Day 42 · February 11

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: EXODUS 32:1-33:23
• New Testament: MATTHEW 26:69-27:14
• Psalm: PSALM 33:1-11
• Proverb: PROVERBS 8:33-36

Discover

Today's readings are filled with human failure. Israel worships an idol. Peter denies Jesus. Judas betrays Him. Religious leaders falsely accuse Him. Yet Jesus remains faithful. Like Moses interceding for Israel, Jesus stands between sinful people and a holy God - but Jesus does far more. He gives His own life to save us. Our failures do not change who Jesus is. He is the faithful Savior we desperately need.

Reflect

1. What can become a “golden calf” in my life - something I put before God? 2. What does Peter's failure teach me about my need for grace? 3. Where do I need to trust Jesus' faithfulness today?

Fellowship

Ask one another: How should knowing that Jesus remains faithful change the way we respond when we fail?

Prayer

Father, forgive us when we put other things before You. Jesus, thank You for remaining faithful when we fail. Holy Spirit, keep our hearts close to You. Amen.

Live

Put Jesus first in one specific choice today. When you fail, don't run away from Him. Run to Him.