Scripture: Matthew 4:18–22
Devotion
When Jesus called Peter, He didn’t hand him a five-year growth plan. He simply said, “Follow Me.” No explanation. No guarantee. Just an invitation. Peter, an ordinary fisherman, dropped his nets immediately. That moment of obedience changed everything.
Momentum in our faith doesn’t begin when we understand everything God is doing; it begins when we obey what we already know He is asking. Obedience is often the spark that ignites movement. Peter didn’t know he would walk on water, preach to thousands, or help build the early church. He just knew Jesus was worth trusting.
It’s tempting to wait until the timing feels right or the plan feels clear. But Jesus rarely calls us into comfort; He calls us into trust. When we respond with simple, immediate obedience, God builds the momentum that carries us into His purpose.
Maybe today, Jesus is whispering something small but clear to you: “forgive,” “go,” “trust,” “let go.” Don’t wait for the perfect conditions. Drop your nets. Follow Him. Momentum always begins with a step of obedience.
A Personal Prayer
- Father, show me what “net” You are asking me to drop today. Give me courage to release what holds me back and faith to follow You in obedience. Help me trust Your leading even when the path ahead is uncertain, knowing that every step of obedience draws me closer to Your purpose. Amen.
Pray for Our Neighbors: Oak Cottage for Women
The Oak Cottage for Women in Franklin, Tennessee, provides housing, life skills training, and support to formerly incarcerated women, helping them transition back into society with purpose and hope. Founded by Judy Felts, this six-month, gospel-centered program offers a safe environment where women can rebuild their lives and grow in Christ.
- Pray for Judy Felts, asking God to grant her wisdom, compassion, and endurance as she leads this ministry.
- Pray for the women at Oak Cottage to deepen in their knowledge and love for the Lord as they walk in new life.
- Ask God to give these women strength and courage as they reconnect with family and friends and share Christ’s love in those relationships.
Prayer for the Nations: Global Workers | Coulson & May*
Coulson and May serve as Oasis Rest Home hosts in an ancient biblical city, providing a safe haven for global workers and Christian leaders to experience physical, spiritual, and emotional renewal. Through debriefing, spiritual direction, biblical pastoral care, and hospitality, they help guests process difficult seasons and return to ministry refreshed.
- Pray for the Oasis Rest Home, asking God to strengthen Coulson and May to host global workers well and create a true place of rest.
- Ask God to bless their involvement in the local international English fellowship, that their service in greeting, prayer, teaching, and worship would build up the body of Christ.
- Pray for open doors in their community to share God’s truth and love, and for provision of an eight-passenger vehicle to transport guests to and from the airport as needed.
*Note: Names have been changed for safety.