Day 174 · June 23

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: 2 KINGS 4:18-5:27
• New Testament: ACTS 15:1-35
• Psalm: PSALM 141:1-10
• Proverb: PROVERBS 17:23

Old Testament

Elisha raises the Shunammite’s son, feeds many, and Naaman is cleansed when he humbly obeys. God’s grace reaches outsiders, while Gehazi’s greed brings ruin.

New Testament

The Jerusalem council rejects the idea that Gentiles must earn salvation through the Law. Peter’s conclusion is clear: we are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus.

Psalm

David asks God to guard his mouth and keep his heart from evil.

Proverb

Bribery corrupts justice. Jesus calls His people to truth and impartial love.

Discover

Naaman receives cleansing he cannot buy. Acts 15 makes the same gospel truth unmistakable: salvation is God’s grace, not a wage we earn.

Reflect

Am I resting in grace or quietly trying to earn God’s acceptance?

Fellowship

Share one place in today’s reading where you saw Jesus more clearly. Then discuss the reflection question together.

Go around the group and complete this sentence: “This week I saw Jesus in ______.” Keep it simple and give everyone room to answer.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, keep my eyes on You and shape my life by Your Word. Holy Spirit, give me grace to trust, obey, and follow You today. Amen.

Live

Stop trying to earn what Jesus gives by grace. Lord Jesus, help me not only to know Your Word but to live it. Transform my heart so that my life reflects You more each day.