Cup of Faith - Day 12

Scripture of the Day

Colossians 1:27 - To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.

Matthew 28:20 - ...and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

John 20:19 - On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!

Devotion of the Day

Today's devotion is from the book "Jesus Calling" by Sarah Young.

Trust me in the depths of your being. It is there that I live in constant communication with you. When you feel flustered and frazzled on the outside, do not get upset with yourself. You are only human, and the swirl of events going on all around you will sometimes feel overwhelming. Rather than scolding yourself for your humanness, remind yourself that I am both with you and within you.

 I am with you at all times, encouraging and supportive rather than condemning. I know that deep within you, where I live, My Peace is your continual experience. Slow down your pace of living for a time. Quiet your mind in My Presence. Then you will be able to hear Me bestowing the resurrection blessing: Peace be with you. 

Focus Points of the Day

Question - Do you ever get upset with yourself when you feel frazzled?

Action - If you feel frustrated with yourself today try to remember that we have the promise of God's peace within us. Try to slow down in these moments and remember that truth.