Luke Powell Daily Devotions

War Strategies #1 (Fri): why pray?

Sometimes it's not what we gain in prayer - it's what we lose.

War Strategies #1 (Thurs): Plan to pray earnestly

One of the most powerful moments in War Room comes when Miss Clara says this to Elizabeth: “You need to plead with God to do what only God can do. And then you need to get out of the way and let him do it!” Are we pleading with God in prayer, or going through the motions?

War Strategies #1 (Wed): Plan to pray throughout the day

Paul teaches us to pray without ceasing. We can pray 5-second prayers throughout the day to do this.

War Strategies #1 (Tues): Plan a prayer strategy

We need a strategy when we pray, or else we are at a loss for words too often. One such strategy in an acronym: P-R-A-Y.

War Strategies #1 (Mon): Plan to set time aside for prayer

War Room teaches us to set aside time - and a place - to pray. The Gospels say that Jesus often withdrew and prayed alone. Are we setting aside time to pray?

The Importance of Family (Fri): Spiritual Families

You will always have a family in the Church.

The Importance of Family (Thurs): ALL families are dysfunctional

Even families in the Bible were dysfunctional. All our families are - but God is the Redeemer.

The Importance of Family (Wed): Family IS your ministry

We must learn to love our family with the love of Christ, because family is where our ministry starts.

The Importance of Family (Tues): Family Comes Second to God

Jesus tells us that anyone who loves their family more than Him is not worthy of Him (Matt 10:37). But that doesn't mean we neglect our family, or put our ministry above our family. Loving Christ more teaches us how to love our family the way we should.

The Importance of Family (Mon): A Gift From God

Family is a gift from God.

W.E. Sangster (Fri): Grateful even in the face of death

W.E. Sangster, the great Methodist minister, teaches us gratitude even in the hardest times.

W.E. Sangster (Thurs): Obsessed with God

Lessons from W.E. Sangster, the great Methodist preacher. In his biography, his son talks of Sangster's "obsession with God".

W.E. Sangster (Wed): Slow me down Lord!

A lesson in restfulness from a Christmas card by W.E. Sangster. From his biography "Dr Sangster".

W.E. Sangster (Tues): 10 new commandments

Reflecting on W.E. Sangster's 10 new commandments.

W.E. Sangster (Mon): Reflecting God

Reflections from W.E. Sangster's biography. Today, thoughts from Sangster on making the most of a day by reflecting Christ's image.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #4 (Fri): Archippus the quitter

Colossians 4:17. Paul sends a message to Archippus who is thinking of quitting the work he's called to do. We must be sure to finish the task God gives us!

Life Through Paul's Eyes #4 (Thurs): Epaphras the pray-er

Colossians 4:12. Paul commends Epaphras, who wrestles in prayer for his people. Are we wrestling in prayer for our people?

Life Through Paul's Eyes #4 (Wed): Aristarchus and Justus - comforters

Colossians 4:10. Paul welcomes Mark back into the community despite his failures. Do we offer the same grace?

Life Through Paul's Eyes #4 (Tues): Mark - the recoverer

Life Through Paul's Eyes #4 (Mon): Tychicus the Encourager

Colossians 4:7-8. Tychicus is called to encourage people. So are we.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #3 (Fri): Whatever you do

Colossians 3:17. A great life verse from Paul, teaching us to do everything in the name of Jesus.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #3 (Thurs): Joyfully Thankful

Colossians 3:15, 17. Paul teaches us to be radically thankful.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #3 (Wed): Called to Peace

Colossians 3:15-16. Paul's life advice, teaching us that we are called to peace.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #3 (Tues): Clothe yourself in love

Colossians 3:12-14. Paul's life advice to the Colossians, to clothe themselves with love, compassion and forgiveness.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #3 (Mon): Killing Sin

Colossians 3:5-7. Paul's life advice - put your sin to death.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #2 (Fri): Jesus - our passion!

Paul's big view of Jesus overflows into zeal and energy to proclaim His greatness. Colossians 1:28-29.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #2 (Thurs): Christ in us

Jesus lives in us, and this is our treasure. Colossians 1:27.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #2 (Wed): Jesus - Reconciles us to God

Paul has a big view of Jesus, who reconciles us to God. Colossians 1:21-23.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #2 (Tues): Jesus - Author of Creation

Paul has a big view of Jesus, seeing Him as the Author of creation. Colossians 1:16.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #2 (Mon): Jesus - the Image of God

Paul has a big view of Jesus, seeing Him as the image of God. Colossians 1:15.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #1 (Fri): Giving joyful thanks

Paul prays that the people in the church be joyfully thankful! Colossians 1:12.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #1 (Thurs): God's power

Paul prays for the people in the church to endure, through God's power. Colossians 1:11b

Life Through Paul's Eyes #1 (Wed): Worthy Lives

Paul prays that the people in the church live worthy, fruit-bearing lives. Colossians 1:10

Life Through Paul's Eyes #1 (Tues): Wisdom and Understanding

Colossians 1:9. Paul prays for wisdom and understanding for the church.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #1 (Tues): Wisdom and Understanding

Colossians 1:9. Paul prays for wisdom and understanding for the church.

Life Through Paul's Eyes #1 (Mon): Paul's Prayer For His Church

How did Paul pray for the church? Colossians 1:9-12