"Empowered For Life" & Introduction to February Devotional - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #156 for February 5, 2025

Listen to the Message by Pastor Hudson From Sunday, February 2, 2025

Solitary & Safe: How God Helps the Alone and Disregarded

 

Empowered for Life: Introduction to the 21-Day Devotional Summary

Welcome to Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #156! This is a special edition as we prepare for a 21-day devotional on Principles of Empowerment, beginning February 7th.

The Power of God’s Word

• Psalm 119:11 – "Your word have I hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against you."
• God’s Word is a source of strength, guidance, and empowerment.
• In an age of overwhelming information, discerning God’s voice is crucial (John 10:27).
• Jesus, as the Word of God, strengthens us when His Word abides in us.

Understanding Sin and the Need for Direction

• Sin means "to miss the mark" (from archery).
• Without God’s direction, we lack aim and purpose.
• True empowerment comes through aligning our lives with God's truth.

Introducing the 21-Day Devotional

• Begins February 7th – short daily readings with scripture and reflection questions.
• Day 1 Theme: "Free Indeed – The Beginning of Empowerment" (John 8:31-32).
• Key thought: “In Christ, I am free indeed and free forever.”
• Reflection question: "What have I substituted for the true freedom that only Christ can give?"
• True freedom is a treasured inheritance through Christ.

How to Participate

• Access the devotional at:
  • NewCovenant.org
  • BryanHudson.com
• Subscribe to receive daily email lessons at 5:30 AM.
• Each lesson includes a reflection question and personal insights.

Final Encouragement

• Empowerment = Receiving the ability to do what you couldn’t do before.
• Being in a community of faith provides strength and support.
• Listen to the recent sermon "Solitary and Safe" about the importance of spiritual family.
• Stay encouraged, stay strong, and let God’s Word empower you!

God bless!