Lent

So that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend and on earth and under the earth.

(Philippians 2:10)

What would Jesus do? That’s a question that Christians tend to ask themselves when faced with a tough decision. The answer is always pretty much the same, though: Jesus would do what God was calling him to do.

Jesus was God’s son, but he didn’t use his extraordinary powers for evil. He understood that he had a purpose, even if he wasn’t always sure what his purpose was. Now, as a fifteen year old, I am trying to understand my purpose. I wonder if I’ll ever truly know what my purpose is, but verses like this remind me how it’s important to trust God and be like Jesus. 

Jesus knew that God loved him and gave him purpose. For that, we should honor Jesus and look up to him.  This trust is what defines Jesus’ relationship with God, and for me, that is a goal. I want to trust God so deeply that even if I don’t understand why, I’ll follow his will. I’m not there yet, but I’m trying, and this verse reminds me of that.

Let us pray

Dear God, even when it’s difficult, remind us to trust you. Even in our insecurities, help guide us and remind us that you have a plan. Amen

Today’s devotional was written and read by Allie Simpson.

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