Daily Devotional
February 13, 2025
Genesis 46: Jacob moves to Egypt with his family after God reassures him, and he is reunited with Joseph in Goshen.
Mark 16: Jesus rises from the dead, appears to His followers, commissions them to preach the gospel, and ascends to heaven.
Job 12: Job challenges his friends’ wisdom, declaring that true understanding and power belong to God alone.
Romans 16: Paul greets many believers by name, warns against division, and closes with praise to God for the gospel.
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February 12, 2025
Genesis 45: Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers, assures them of God’s plan, and invites his family to live in Egypt.
Mark 15: Jesus is condemned by Pilate, crucified alongside criminals, dies on the cross, and is buried by Joseph of Arimathea.
Job 11: Zophar rebukes Job, insisting that God’s wisdom is beyond understanding and urging him to repent for restoration.
Romans 15: Paul encourages unity among believers, highlights his mission to the Gentiles, and shares his travel plans to visit Rome.
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In this episode of the Sermon Notes podcast, host Jay Strother sits down with guests Gayle Haywood and Janet Waters to explore the profound impact of prayer in the life of Brentwood Baptist Church during their 40 days of prayer emphasis.
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Daily Devotional
February 11, 2025
Genesis 44: Joseph tests his brothers by planting his silver cup in Benjamin’s sack, leading Judah to offer himself in Benjamin’s place.
Mark 14: Jesus is anointed in Bethany, shares the Last Supper, prays in Gethsemane, is betrayed by Judas, and is denied by Peter.
Job 10: Job laments his suffering, questions God’s justice, and longs for relief from his pain and sorrow.
Romans 14: Paul urges believers to avoid judging one another and to live in love, prioritizing peace and unity over personal freedom.
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February 10, 2025
Genesis 43: Jacob sends his sons back to Egypt with Benjamin, gifts, and double the silver, hoping for mercy from Joseph.
Mark 13: Jesus warns of coming tribulations, false messiahs, and the need for vigilance before His return in glory.
Job 9: Job acknowledges God’s unmatched power and justice, lamenting his inability to contend with Him or find a mediator.
Romans 13: Paul urges believers to submit to authorities, love others as the fulfillment of the law, and live in readiness for Christ.
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February 9, 2025
Genesis 42: Joseph’s brothers travel to Egypt for grain, unknowingly bow before him, and return home with full sacks and deep fear.
Mark 12: Jesus teaches through parables, answers questions about taxes and resurrection, highlights the greatest commandments, and commends a widow’s offering.
Job 8: Bildad insists that Job’s suffering is due to sin and urges him to seek God for restoration.
Romans 12: Paul calls believers to be living sacrifices, use their gifts for the body of Christ, and overcome evil with good.
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Matthew 25:40 reminds us that serving others is a reflection of Christ's love. Pray for Siloam Health as they provide holistic care to neighbors from all nations, and for Mission Eurasia as they train young leaders to share the gospel across challenging regions. Ask God to strengthen your heart for service and create ripples of His hope through your actions.
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Daily Devotional
February 8, 2025
Genesis 41: Joseph interprets Pharaoh’s dreams, is made second-in-command over Egypt, and wisely stores grain before a severe famine strikes.
Mark 11: Jesus enters Jerusalem triumphantly, cleanses the temple, curses a barren fig tree, and teaches about faith and authority.
Job 7: Job laments his suffering, questions God’s attention to humanity, and longs for relief before his death.
Romans 11: Paul explains that Israel’s rejection is not final, warns Gentiles against arrogance, and praises God’s sovereign plan of salvation.
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Jesus’ words in John 14:6 remind us of the urgency to share His love with the lost. Pray for Of One Accord Ministries as they provide holistic care in Northeast Tennessee, and for Evelyn as she disciples church leaders and builds relationships among an unreached people group. Ask God for boldness, wisdom, and perseverance to make Christ known locally and globally.
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Daily Devotional
February 7, 2025
Genesis 40: Joseph, still in prison, interprets the dreams of Pharaoh’s cupbearer and baker. He predicts the cupbearer’s restoration and the baker’s execution, both of which come true. However, the cupbearer forgets to mention Joseph to Pharaoh.
Mark 10: Jesus teaches on divorce, blesses children, and challenges the rich young ruler to give up his wealth. He predicts His death a third time, corrects James and John’s request for glory, and heals blind Bartimaeus, emphasizing faith and service.
Job 6: Job responds to Eliphaz, expressing the depth of his suffering and his frustration with his friends' lack of understanding. He pleads for true comfort and challenges them to show him where he has sinned.
Romans 10: Paul declares that salvation comes through faith in Christ, not by the law. He emphasizes that all who call on the name of the Lord will be saved and highlights Israel’s rejection of the gospel, despite its clear proclamation.
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Let your heart long for the salvation of the lost, as Paul’s did in Romans 10:1. Pray for The Well Outreach as they provide nourishment and hope to families in Spring Hill, and for Daniel and Sandra in Central Mexico as they share the gospel through storytelling and discipleship. Ask God for boldness to share His love and for open doors to reach those who need Him.
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Faith and Healing: David Carpenter’s Recovery from Partial Paralysis On February 20, David Carpenter’s life changed in an instant. What started as a normal night...
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