It All Points to Jesus

Day 356 · December 22

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

Old Testament

Zechariah sees God dwelling among His people and the high priest Joshua cleansed from filthy garments. God removes guilt and promises His coming Branch.

New Testament

Revelation exposes beastly powers that demand worship and deceive the world. God’s people are called to endurance and faithfulness.

Psalm

David asks God to guard his mouth, protect his heart from evil, and make correction welcome. Proverb Summary Some things are wonderfully mysterious; wisdom remains humble before what it cannot fully explain. Discover Jesus Joshua’s cleansing points straight to the gospel: Jesus removes our filthy garments, clothes us in righteousness, and keeps us faithful when false powers demand allegiance. Reflect What voice most pressures me to compromise my loyalty to Jesus? Fellowship Ask one another: What helps us remain faithful when culture rewards compromise?

Prayer

Jesus, cleanse me, guard my heart and mouth, and keep my allegiance entirely Yours. Amen.

Live

Choose faithfulness over acceptance.

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