5 Day Devotional for "The Word (Part3): God's Revelation Unto Us"

Here's a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the themes from the sermon:

Day 1: Embracing God's Revelation
Reading: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Devotional: God's Word is a powerful revelation of His character and will for our lives. As we read in 2 Timothy, all Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness. Today, reflect on how you approach God's Word. Do you come with a teachable heart, ready to learn and be transformed? Or do you sometimes rely on your own understanding, risking a darkened perspective? Ask God to renew your mind through His Word, opening your eyes to His truth and guiding you away from the futility of worldly thinking. Consider areas in your life where you need God's revelation to shine light on your path.

Day 2: From Death to Life in Christ
Reading: Ephesians 2:1-10, John 5:24-27

Devotional: The message reminds us that without Christ, we are spiritually dead, alienated from the life of God. But through Jesus, we have been brought from death to life! Meditate on the miraculous transformation that occurs when we put our faith in Christ. How has your life changed since coming to know Jesus? Are there areas where you still cling to old, dead ways of thinking or living? Today, thank God for the new life He has given you in Christ. Ask Him to help you fully embrace this new life, putting off the old self and putting on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.

Day 3: Renewing the Mind
Reading: Romans 12:1-2, Colossians 3:1-17

Devotional: Our passage emphasizes the importance of being "renewed in the spirit of your minds." This renewal is an ongoing process, not a one-time event. As you read today's passages, consider how you can actively participate in this renewal. What thoughts or attitudes do you need to surrender to God? How can you fill your mind with things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable? Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in this process of mental and spiritual transformation, helping you to set your mind on things above, not on earthly things.

Day 4: Living in God's Likeness
Reading: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, 1 Peter 1:13-16

Devotional: God calls us to put on the new self, "created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness." This is not about perfection, but about a continual process of becoming more like Christ. Reflect on what it means to bear God's likeness in your daily life. How can you display God's righteousness and holiness in your interactions with others, your personal habits, and your decision-making? Ask God to help you see areas where you fall short of His likeness and to empower you to grow in these areas. Remember, this transformation is not by your own strength, but by the power of the Holy Spirit working in you.

Day 5: Resisting False Gospels
Reading: Galatians 1:6-10, 2 Peter 2:1-3

Devotional: The sermon warns against various false gospels that don't require genuine transformation. As you read today's passages, consider how you can discern truth from falsehood in your spiritual life. Are there any "easy believism" ideas that you've unconsciously adopted? How can you ensure that your faith is grounded in the true gospel that calls for repentance and new life in Christ? Ask God for wisdom and discernment, and commit to studying His Word diligently so that you can recognize and resist false teachings. Remember, the true gospel always leads to transformation and a deepening relationship with Jesus Christ.