Day 270 · September 27

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: ISAIAH 51:1-53:12
• New Testament: EPHESIANS 5:1-33
• Psalm: PSALM 69:19-36
• Proverb: PROVERBS 24:7

Old Testament

Isaiah reaches the suffering Servant: despised, rejected, wounded for our transgressions, bearing the sin of many, yet ultimately vindicated by God.

New Testament

Paul calls believers to imitate God, walk in love and light, live wisely, be filled with the Spirit, and let marriage reflect Christ's faithful love for His church.

Psalm

The suffering worshiper is mocked and afflicted yet continues to praise God and trust His salvation.

Proverb

Wisdom is beyond the fool who refuses to receive it.

Discover

Here September stands at the foot of the cross. Isaiah's Servant bears what belongs to us. Jesus loves His church and gives Himself for her. Our salvation rests on His sacrifice, not ours.

Reflect

What does it mean personally that Jesus bore sin He did not commit?

Fellowship

How should Christ's self-giving love reshape our homes and relationships?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, thank You for being wounded for sinners and giving Yourself in love. Make my life a grateful response. Amen.

Live

Thank Jesus specifically for the cross, then love someone sacrificially today.