Welcome everyone. This month, we are reflecting on the theme of vision and guidance. We seek the Lord together, knowing that He has a vision for each of us. We seek the Lord’s guidance, trusting that He will reveal His next right steps for us. We take the time to pause from the busyness of our lives to listen to his still, small voice.

As we enter this time of prayer and reflection, take a moment to posture yourself in a way that helps you to be present to the Holy Spirit. You may want to lift your palms as a sign of surrender and openness.

Dear Jesus, As Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 1:24, “[You are] the power of God and the wisdom of God.” May You grant us wisdom and understanding as we listen to Your Word read to us. Open the eyes of our hearts to see You and Your will for us, open the ears of our hearts to hear Your still, small voice speaking to each of us.

Today, we’ll be reading from Psalm 25:4 and 5. As I read the Scripture, ask the Lord what He is saying to you through His word today.

Show me your ways, Lord,
teach me your paths.
Guide me in your truth and teach me,
for you are God my Savior,
and my hope is in you all day long.

Is there something you need to understand about God or His word? Ask Him to teach you and guide you in His truth.

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Are you seeking God’s wisdom and direction in an area of your life? Take time to pause and listen to what He might be saying to you through His word.

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1 Corinthians 1:30 reminds us that, “It is because of [God] that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption.”

Thank God that you are in Christ Jesus and that Jesus is your righteousness, holiness and redemption.

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As we reread this passage, can you think of someone in your life who needs to hear this word? Maybe a young person or a family member? Is there someone who especially needs God’s guidance and truth right now?

Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths.

As you think about this person, pray that God would show them His ways and teach them His truth. Pray that they would put their hope in God, no matter what they are facing.

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As you pray for this person, consider how God may be inviting you to offer a word of encouragement or truth to them.