Throwback Thursday | January 17th, 2021 | Like and subscribe!

Main message: Use a simple, daily Bible-reading discipline—Read, Reflect, Respond—to hear God, identify what in your life needs "kingdom alignment," and take concrete steps to apply Scripture so you become more like Jesus.

Key points:

• Read a short passage slowly three to four times so you hear what the Spirit is saying; more Scripture increases faith.
• Reflect prayerfully: ask what the passage reveals about needed "kingdom alignment" (beliefs, perspective, sins, needs).
• Respond practically: write down specific, measurable actions (when/how you will obey or change) based on the passage.
• Illustrated by John 5 (the man at Bethesda): don’t give God excuses when asked to receive healing or change; answer Jesus’ question, “Do you want to be well?” with action.
• Make this a daily habit (especially during the fast): meditate, slow down, and let Scripture shape vision, generosity, purpose, and practical steps (resume, pray, forgive, etc.).

Scriptures mentioned: Genesis 3, John 5, 2 Timothy 3:16-17