Prayer & Fasting Devotional | Day 4
DAY 4: FOR THE NEXT SALVATION by Pastor Zach Phinazee
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:14-16
"You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
As followers of Christ, we are called to shine His light in a world that desperately needs hope and truth. This light isn’t something we create on our own but a reflection of God’s love, grace, and power working through us. When we allow His light to shine through our words and actions, others are drawn closer to Him and can see the reality of His presence.
Being a light means living with purpose and intention, especially toward those who don’t yet know Jesus. Whether through acts of kindness, offering encouragement, or simply being present in someone’s life, we have the opportunity to reflect God’s love and point others to the hope we have in Him. Let’s commit to being His light, trusting Him to work in the hearts of those we care about.
Prayer: Father, I lift up _______ to You today. Please make Yourself real to them in a way they can’t ignore. Open their heart to Your love, clear their mind of doubts, and surround them with people who will point them to You. Holy Spirit, work in their life, breaking down any walls they’ve built and replacing them with Your peace and truth. Show them the hope, forgiveness, and purpose they can have through Jesus. Help me to be a light in their life, showing Your love through my actions and words. I trust in Your perfect plan and timing, knowing You love them even more than I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Application:
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:14-16
"You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
As followers of Christ, we are called to shine His light in a world that desperately needs hope and truth. This light isn’t something we create on our own but a reflection of God’s love, grace, and power working through us. When we allow His light to shine through our words and actions, others are drawn closer to Him and can see the reality of His presence.
Being a light means living with purpose and intention, especially toward those who don’t yet know Jesus. Whether through acts of kindness, offering encouragement, or simply being present in someone’s life, we have the opportunity to reflect God’s love and point others to the hope we have in Him. Let’s commit to being His light, trusting Him to work in the hearts of those we care about.
Prayer: Father, I lift up _______ to You today. Please make Yourself real to them in a way they can’t ignore. Open their heart to Your love, clear their mind of doubts, and surround them with people who will point them to You. Holy Spirit, work in their life, breaking down any walls they’ve built and replacing them with Your peace and truth. Show them the hope, forgiveness, and purpose they can have through Jesus. Help me to be a light in their life, showing Your love through my actions and words. I trust in Your perfect plan and timing, knowing You love them even more than I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Application:
- Identify someone in your life who doesn’t know Jesus as their Lord and Savior.
- Pray specifically for them each day this week, asking God to open their heart and use you to make an impact.
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