Weekly Devotional8/11/2025
Here's a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the sermon "I AM" By Pastor Steve Barrett
Day 1: The Great I AM
Reading: Exodus 3:13-15, John 8:54-58
Devotional: God's self-revelation as "I AM" is a profound declaration of His eternal nature and supreme authority. Just as He revealed Himself to Moses, God continues to make Himself known to us today. Reflect on what it means that the God of the universe - the great I AM - desires a personal relationship with you. How does this impact your daily life and decisions? Consider moments when you've felt God's presence most strongly. How can you cultivate a greater awareness of the "I AM" in your life today?
Day 2: No Other Gods
Reading: Exodus 20:1-3, Matthew 6:24
Devotional: The first commandment calls us to prioritize God above all else. In our modern world, we may not worship literal idols, but we often elevate other things to take God's rightful place. What are the "gods" in your life that compete for your attention and devotion? Career, relationships, material possessions, or even good things like family can become idols if they supersede our devotion to God. Take time to examine your heart and ask God to reveal any areas where you've allowed other things to take His place. How can you practically demonstrate that God is first in your life this week?
Day 3: Obedience as a Response to Grace
Reading: John 14:15-21, James 1:22-25
Devotional: God's grace precedes our obedience. He rescued the Israelites before giving them the commandments, just as Christ died for us while we were still sinners. Our obedience, then, is not to earn God's love but to respond to it. Reflect on ways God has shown you grace recently. How does this motivate you to live in obedience to Him? Consider an area of your life where you struggle to obey God. How might viewing this through the lens of responding to His grace change your perspective and actions?
Day 4: Covenant Relationship
Reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Hebrews 8:7-13
Devotional: God's desire has always been for a covenant relationship with His people. Unlike contracts based on performance, God's covenant is rooted in His faithful love. He initiates, and we respond. Think about your relationship with God - do you view it more as a contract or a covenant? How might embracing the covenant nature of your relationship with God impact your faith journey? Consider ways you can deepen your covenant commitment to God today.
Day 5: Choosing God Wholeheartedly
Reading: Joshua 24:14-15, Luke 9:23-26
Devotional: Following God is an all-or-nothing proposition. Just as Joshua challenged the Israelites to choose whom they would serve, we too are called to make a definitive choice for God. Reflect on areas of your life where you may be trying to "serve two masters." What would it look like to choose God wholeheartedly in those areas? Remember, God doesn't expect perfection, but He does desire our whole heart. Pray for the courage to fully commit every aspect of your life to God, trusting in His grace and power to transform you.
Here's a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the sermon "I AM" By Pastor Steve Barrett
Day 1: The Great I AM
Reading: Exodus 3:13-15, John 8:54-58
Devotional: God's self-revelation as "I AM" is a profound declaration of His eternal nature and supreme authority. Just as He revealed Himself to Moses, God continues to make Himself known to us today. Reflect on what it means that the God of the universe - the great I AM - desires a personal relationship with you. How does this impact your daily life and decisions? Consider moments when you've felt God's presence most strongly. How can you cultivate a greater awareness of the "I AM" in your life today?
Day 2: No Other Gods
Reading: Exodus 20:1-3, Matthew 6:24
Devotional: The first commandment calls us to prioritize God above all else. In our modern world, we may not worship literal idols, but we often elevate other things to take God's rightful place. What are the "gods" in your life that compete for your attention and devotion? Career, relationships, material possessions, or even good things like family can become idols if they supersede our devotion to God. Take time to examine your heart and ask God to reveal any areas where you've allowed other things to take His place. How can you practically demonstrate that God is first in your life this week?
Day 3: Obedience as a Response to Grace
Reading: John 14:15-21, James 1:22-25
Devotional: God's grace precedes our obedience. He rescued the Israelites before giving them the commandments, just as Christ died for us while we were still sinners. Our obedience, then, is not to earn God's love but to respond to it. Reflect on ways God has shown you grace recently. How does this motivate you to live in obedience to Him? Consider an area of your life where you struggle to obey God. How might viewing this through the lens of responding to His grace change your perspective and actions?
Day 4: Covenant Relationship
Reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Hebrews 8:7-13
Devotional: God's desire has always been for a covenant relationship with His people. Unlike contracts based on performance, God's covenant is rooted in His faithful love. He initiates, and we respond. Think about your relationship with God - do you view it more as a contract or a covenant? How might embracing the covenant nature of your relationship with God impact your faith journey? Consider ways you can deepen your covenant commitment to God today.
Day 5: Choosing God Wholeheartedly
Reading: Joshua 24:14-15, Luke 9:23-26
Devotional: Following God is an all-or-nothing proposition. Just as Joshua challenged the Israelites to choose whom they would serve, we too are called to make a definitive choice for God. Reflect on areas of your life where you may be trying to "serve two masters." What would it look like to choose God wholeheartedly in those areas? Remember, God doesn't expect perfection, but He does desire our whole heart. Pray for the courage to fully commit every aspect of your life to God, trusting in His grace and power to transform you.