Category: Rest Stop Minutes
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Day 7: One Crown. One Throne. One King.
A 7-day devotional “One Crown. One Throne. One King” Day 7: One Crown. One Throne. One King. Theme: The call to wholehearted allegiance Key Thought: There is only one rightful King, and He deserves our full devotion. Scripture: “For God is the King of all the earth.” — Psalm 47:7 Reflection:We live in a world of competing kingdoms—political, cultural,…
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Day 6: The bowed knee
A 7-day devotional “One Crown. One Throne. One King” Day 6: The bowed knee Theme: The inevitability of Christ’s lordship Key Thought: Every knee will bow — willingly or reluctantly. Scripture: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow.” — Philippians 2:10 Reflection:The world debates who has power, who rules, and who decides. Yet Scripture makes it clear:…
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Day 5: The only true King
A 7-day devotional “One Crown. One Throne. One King” Day 5: The only true King Theme: Christ’s supreme authority Key Thought: Jesus alone is King of Kings. Scripture: “On His robe and on His thigh he has a name written: King of kings and Lord of lords.” — Revelation 19:16 Reflection:Many rise to power, but only One reigns forever.…
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Day 4: Created for worship
A 7-day devotional “One Crown. One Throne. One King” Day 4: Created for worship Theme: Our true purpose Key Thought: We were created to worship God and bring Him glory. Scripture: “Everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory.” — Isaiah 43:7 Reflection:We often search for identity, purpose, and fulfillment, forgetting the simple truth:…
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Day 3: The throne of self
A 7-day devotional “One Crown. One Throne. One King” Day 3: The throne of self Theme: Our personal rebellion Key Thought: We all build our own thrones unless the gospel breaks our pride. Scripture: “Each of us has turned to our own way.” — Isaiah 53:6 Reflection:Our rebellion is often subtle. We claim we want “no king,” yet we…
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Day 2: The Illusion of earthly kings
A 7-day devotional “One Crown. One Throne. One King” Day 2: The illusion of earthly kings Theme: False hope in human leadership Key Thought: Earthly leaders promise much but deliver little compared to God. Scripture: “Do not put your trust in princes.” — Psalm 146:3 Reflection:Israel longed for a king to solve their problems. We often do the same—looking…
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Day 1: The King we rejected
A 7-day devotional “One Crown. One Throne. One King” Day 1: The King we rejected Theme: Humanity’s first rebellion Key Thought: Rejecting God as King is humanity’s oldest pattern. Scripture: “They have rejected me from being king over them.” — 1 Samuel 8:7 Reflection:Israel’s demand for a human king was not merely political — it was spiritual. It revealed…
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Day 7 Be Humble and Gracious (Your New BHAG)
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 7: Be Humble and Gracious (Your New BHAG) Key Thought: Lasting ambition is rooted in humility.Scripture: “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up.” — James 4:10Reflection: The world says “go higher.” Jesus says “go lower.” True greatness grows in humility, grace, and trust.Call to Action: Do one unseen act…
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Day 6 Listening before Speaking
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 6: Listening before Speaking Key Thought: Wisdom begins with restraint.Scripture: “Be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger.” — James 1:19Reflection: Quiet faith doesn’t mean silence—it means discernment. Listening opens doors that pride closes.Call to Action: In one conversation today, focus fully on understanding before replying.Prayer:Holy Spirit, give me…
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Day 5 Gentleness that Shines
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 5: Gentleness that Shines Key Thought: Quiet character speaks louder than loud words.Scripture: “Let your gentleness be evident to all.” — Philippians 4:5Reflection: In a harsh world, gentleness is power under control. It reveals a heart ruled by grace, not ego.Call to Action: Respond gently to someone who frustrates you today.Prayer:Lord…
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