5-Day Devo (Based on 3.16.25 Sermon)

Here's a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the March 16, 2025 Sermon.

Reading: Genesis 2:18-25, 1 Corinthians 7:1-5

Devotional: God created marriage and sexuality as beautiful gifts to be enjoyed within the context of a committed relationship. As we read about the first marriage in Genesis and Paul's teachings in Corinthians, we're reminded that intimacy in marriage is meant to reflect God's love for us. It's a picture of unity, selflessness, and mutual care.

Today, reflect on how your relationships (whether married or single) can better reflect God's design. How can you cultivate a spirit of selflessness and care for others? If married, how can you better serve your spouse? If single, how can you honor God with your sexuality and relationships? Pray for wisdom and strength to live out God's beautiful design for intimacy in your life.

Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:6-9, Matthew 19:10-12

Devotional: Paul speaks of singleness as a gift from God, allowing for undivided devotion to the Lord. Jesus also acknowledges that some are called to singleness for the sake of the kingdom. In a culture that often idolizes romantic relationships, it's crucial to remember that singleness can be a powerful calling.

If you're single, consider how you can use this season to grow closer to God and serve His kingdom wholeheartedly. How can you make the most of your undivided attention? If you're married, reflect on how you can support and encourage the single people in your life. Pray for contentment in whatever state God has called you to, and for the wisdom to use your current season for His glory.

Reading: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20, James 1:13-15

Devotional: Sexual temptation was a significant issue in Corinth, as it is in our world today. Paul reminds us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and we're called to honor God with them. James teaches us about the progression of temptation and sin.

Reflect on areas where you face temptation in your life. How can you practically flee from sexual immorality and honor God with your body? Consider implementing safeguards or accountability measures to help you resist temptation. Pray for the Holy Spirit's strength to overcome temptation and for a renewed mind that desires to please God above all else.

Reading: Ephesians 5:21-33, 1 Peter 3:1-7

Devotional: Paul's teachings on marriage emphasize mutual submission and sacrificial love. Husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the church, while wives are called to respect their husbands. This counter-cultural view of marriage reflects the profound mystery of Christ's relationship with the church.

If you're married, how can you better serve and submit to your spouse today? How can you reflect Christ's love in your marriage? If you're single, how can you cultivate a servant's heart in your relationships? Pray for God to help you embody Christ-like love and humility in all your interactions.

Reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, Hebrews 12:14-16

Devotional: God's will for our lives includes pursuing holiness in all areas, including our sexuality. Whether married or single, we're called to live lives that honor God and reflect His character. This pursuit of holiness is not just about avoiding sin, but about actively seeking to please God in all we do.

Reflect on what it means to pursue holiness in your current season of life. What areas of your life need to be more fully surrendered to God? How can you cultivate a deeper desire for holiness? Pray for God to reveal any areas of compromise in your life and for the courage to pursue holiness wholeheartedly.

This 5-Day Devotional was generated with the help of AI, and is based off of Pastor Phil's March 16, 2025 Sermon: Yes, but...