5-Day Devo (Based on 5.17.26 Sermon)

Here’s a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the May 17, 2026 Sermon.

Reading: Hebrews 1:1-4

Devotional: In a world drowning in noise, the most profound truth is this: God is not silent. Throughout history, He has spoken through prophets, creation, and Scripture. But His clearest word came through Jesus Christ, the radiance of His glory. Unlike the silent treatment that breeds confusion and insecurity, God graciously reveals Himself to us. He doesn't leave us guessing about His character, His will, or His love. Today, pause and consider: Are you listening? God has spoken definitively through His Son. The question isn't whether God is communicating, but whether we're tuning in. Take time today to thank God that He is a revealing, speaking God who desires relationship with you.

Reading: James 1:22-25

Devotional: Biblical listening goes far beyond merely hearing words. It requires receiving truth, trusting that truth, and demonstrating that trust through obedience. James warns against being hearers only, deceiving ourselves. Like a patient who receives a diagnosis but ignores the prescription, we often ask for God's wisdom yet choose our own path when His direction conflicts with our desires. True spiritual health comes from looking intently into God's Word and doing what it says. What has God already clearly spoken to you that remains unobeyed? Perhaps it's forgiveness you need to extend, a relationship you need to restore, or a habit you need to break. Listening to God means trusting His wisdom enough to act on it, even when obedience is costly.

Reading: 1 John 4:1-6

Devotional: Not every spiritual voice speaks truth. Our culture offers countless messages that sound appealing: "Follow your truth," "God just wants you happy," or "You define yourself." These voices promise freedom but deliver emptiness. John urges us to test the spirits, to develop discernment. How do we recognize false teaching? By knowing the true voice intimately. Just as you recognize a loved one's voice in a crowded room, spiritual discernment comes from knowing Jesus so well that competing voices stand out immediately. The goal isn't becoming an expert in every false ideology but becoming so familiar with Scripture and the character of Christ that deception becomes obvious. What voices are currently shaping your thoughts? Test them against God's Word today.

Reading: John 1:1-18; Acts 3:17-26

Devotional: Moses promised that God would raise up a prophet like him, but greater. That prophet is Jesus. Moses delivered Israel from Egypt; Jesus delivers us from sin and death. Moses mediated the old covenant; Jesus establishes the new. Moses spoke God's words; Jesus IS the Word made flesh. The Old Testament prophets were like moonlight—real, helpful, God-given light. But Jesus is the sunrise, the full revelation of God's glory. At the Transfiguration, when Moses and Elijah appeared with Jesus, the Father declared, "This is My beloved Son—listen to Him." God's final word to humanity isn't merely a message but a person. In Jesus, we find everything we need for life and godliness. Are you listening to Him above all other voices?

Reading: Psalm 46:1-11; Mark 1:35-39

Devotional: "Be still, and know that I am God." In our overstimulated world, stillness feels almost impossible. Yet learning to listen to God requires intentional practices. Jesus Himself regularly withdrew to quiet places to pray, demonstrating that even the Son of God needed solitude to hear the Father. To grow in listening to God, commit to these practices: Read Scripture consistently—you can't recognize God's voice if you rarely listen. Reduce competing noise—create regular moments of silence. Walk with godly people—the voices closest to you shape your direction. Obey what God has already said—many wait for new direction while ignoring old instruction. The voice you trust most will shape the life you live. What practical step will you take today to create space for listening to Jesus?

This 5-Day Devotional was generated with the help of AI, and is based off of Pastor Brian's May 17, 2026 Sermon: Listen to Him.