5 Day Devotional: Teach Us to Pray (Part 5): Yield to Jesus

Here's a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the themes from this past Sunday's sermon.

Day 1: Deliverance from Evil
Reading: James 4:7-8, Ephesians 6:10-18
Devotional: In the Lord's Prayer, Jesus teaches us to ask for deliverance from evil. Today's readings remind us of the reality of spiritual warfare and the importance of drawing near to God for protection. Reflect on areas in your life where you feel vulnerable to temptation or spiritual attack. How can you actively resist the devil and draw closer to God? Consider putting on the full armor of God as described in Ephesians 6. Take time to pray for God's strength and protection in specific areas of weakness or struggle.

Day 2: Yielding to God's Kingdom
Reading: Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 18:1-4
Devotional: As we begin this journey, let's reflect on what it means to truly yield to God's kingdom. Jesus taught us to pray "Your kingdom come," but what does that look like in our daily lives? In Matthew 18, Jesus uses a child as an example of the humility required to enter the kingdom of heaven. Today, consider areas of your life where you may be holding onto control rather than surrendering to God's will. How can you cultivate a childlike faith and dependence on your Heavenly Father? Pray for God to help you release your grip on worldly concerns and embrace His kingdom priorities.


Day 3: The Power of God
Reading: Luke 10:1-12, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
Devotional: When Jesus sent out the 72 disciples, He instructed them to rely not on their own resources, but on God's power. Similarly, Paul learned that God's power is made perfect in our weakness. Today, reflect on areas where you may be relying too much on your own strength or worldly resources. How can you step out in faith, trusting in God's power rather than your own abilities? Ask God to help you embrace your weaknesses as opportunities for His strength to shine through you.

Day 4: The Fragrance of Christ
Reading: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, Colossians 3:12-17
Devotional: Paul uses the powerful imagery of a "fragrance" to describe how our lives can spread the knowledge of Christ. Just as a scent can permeate a room, our actions and attitudes can impact those around us. Today, consider how your life reflects Christ to others. Are you spreading the aroma of life, or is there a need for attitude adjustment? Pray for God to help you clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Ask Him to make your life a sweet fragrance that draws others to Christ.

Day 5: From Death to Life
Reading: John 11:17-27, Romans 6:1-14
Devotional: As we conclude this week, we focus on the ultimate demonstration of God's power – the resurrection. Jesus' raising of Lazarus foreshadowed His own victory over death, which gives us hope for eternal life. Reflect on areas of your life that may feel spiritually "dead." How can you allow Christ's resurrection power to bring new life to these situations? Consider ways you can live as one who has been "brought from death to life." Thank God for the gift of salvation and ask Him to help you walk in the newness of life that Christ offers.