Day 27 | Gospel First & Always

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, CSB

Devotion

Paul emphasizes what is most important: the gospel of Jesus Christ. This gospel, rooted in Scripture, is central to God’s redemptive plan for His people.

The gospel calls us to follow Jesus through His death, burial, and resurrection, leading us from death to life as a new creation. Formed by God and transformed by Christ’s saving work, we are given new life and hope. In 1 Corinthians, Paul addresses many aspects of the Christian life, but he underscores that nothing is more vital than the good news of Christ’s atonement for our sins and the victory His resurrection gives us over sin and death.

This is why the first key value of our church is “Gospel First and Always.” The most important thing about us, and the most important thing we will ever share is the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

A Personal Prayer

  • Have you confessed with your mouth and believed in your heart that Jesus is Lord? If not, pray to receive the gospel of Jesus Christ. If so, pray God will reveal His gospel to you in the light of your new life as a new creation.

Pray for Our Community: College Grove Baptist Church

  • College Grove Baptist Church, led by Interim Pastor Gerald Cook, is a partner in establishing 100+ healthy churches across Middle Tennessee. Committed to living out genuine faith with a contemporary worship style, College Grove Baptist aims to impact their community through revitalization, growth, and discipleship, sharing the love of Christ with all people.
  • Pray for Interim Pastor Gerald Cook, that God would provide him with wisdom, encouragement, and strength as he leads the church during this transitional season.
  • Ask God to bless the church’s revitalization efforts, bringing fresh growth, purpose, and renewed energy to the congregation.
  • Pray for spiritual revival and a deeper hunger for God’s Word within the church community, impacting College Grove and beyond.

Prayer for the Nations: Global Workers, Warren & Alexandra

  • Warren and Alexandra are committed to reaching the Yemeni community across the Middle East, currently working to establish the first office in Yemen amid the challenges of war, famine, and spiritual lostness.
  • Pray for the Yemeni community to be receptive to the gospel and for God to manifest His presence as they share His message.
  • Ask for progress in their language acquisition and for the church to grow and prepare to fulfill the Great Commission.

** Note: names have been changed for safety