Monday
We want you to CONNECT with God through His Word, Prayer, & Worship.
Today, call out to Him in prayer. Ask Him to "open your eyes" as you read through the scripture.
As you observe the scripture, we encourage you to take notes.
Notice the emotions, reasons, and context. Make sure to note what God wants you to know or do after reading the scripture.
He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him.
- John 1:11
One of the most sobering realities of the Christmas story is that many people knew the promises of God—but still missed Him when He arrived. The religious leaders knew the Scriptures. They could quote the prophecies. They understood the timelines. Yet when God showed up in the flesh, they were unprepared for Him because He didn’t arrive the way they expected.
This is a warning for us, too. It’s possible to believe the right things about God and still miss what He’s doing in front of us. Familiarity can dull anticipation. Knowledge can replace attentiveness. Christmas reminds us that faith isn’t just about being informed—it’s about being ready.
God fulfilled every promise exactly as He said He would. The problem wasn’t God’s timing; it was human expectation. Jesus didn’t come to meet assumptions—He came to reveal Himself. The question Christmas asks us isn’t “Do you believe the story?” but “Are you watching for the Savior?”
Explore & examine the areas of your life that God needs to come under the truth. Take a moment to commit & surrender these areas in prayer.
After, tell and share with others what God is teaching you! Try this:
*Share your encouraging takeaways with others on your social media, or share your story with us. We want to celebrate with you!
Memory Verse
I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.
- Psalm 119:11
Bible Reading Plan
Bible in 3 Years
Most believers have a goal to read the entire Bible, but the goal can seem daunting at first. In this plan, you can read the entire Bible over a 3-year period as you commit to just one or two chapters a day. This plan is located within the YouVersion Bible App, and you can begin at any time.
Start the Bible in 3 Years here.
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