On the Inside (Gateway, Part 3)
Monday, May 18
Matthew 9.35
Jesus traveled through towns and villages proclaiming the joyful message of the kingdom. Wherever he went, he brought hope, healing, and restoration. Jesus lived with purpose, and that purpose was always connected to helping people experience life with God.
Yesterday, we talked about how purpose is not just about building a successful life. Purpose is about giving your life to something good and meaningful.
Today, ask yourself, “What am I giving my life to right now?”
🌿 Jesus, help me live with purpose today. Show me what really matters. Help me carry your joyful message into the places and people around me.
Tuesday, May 19
Ephesians 2.10
Paul says we are God’s masterpiece, created in Christ Jesus to do good works that he prepared for us long ago. Your life is not random. God created you with purpose.
That does not mean every moment feels dramatic or important. Often purpose is lived out through small acts of faithfulness, compassion, generosity, and obedience.
Today, take one small step toward the purpose God is inviting you into.
🕊️ God, thank you for creating me with purpose. Help me trust that even small acts of love and obedience matter in your kingdom.
Wednesday, May 20
Galatians 5.13
Paul reminds us that freedom is not meant to turn us inward. We were called to lovingly serve one another. One of the deepest joys in life comes when we stop living only for ourselves and start loving people around us.
Purpose grows when love becomes action.
Today, look for one practical way to serve someone around you.
🧭 Jesus, help me use my life to love and serve others today. Show me where I can bring encouragement, kindness, and compassion.
Thursday, May 21
Philippians 2.4
Paul says to look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Real purpose moves us beyond ourselves. It changes how we see people and how we respond to them.
Jesus did not see people as interruptions. He saw hurting people who needed compassion, hope, and restoration.
Today, slow down long enough to truly notice someone around you.
🪨 God, open my eyes to the people around me today. Help me slow down, listen well, and respond with compassion instead of distraction.
Friday, May 22
Romans 10.14
Paul asks, “How can people believe if they have never heard?” So many people are searching for hope, peace, purpose, and life with God. Part of our purpose is helping people discover the joyful message of Jesus.
This does not always mean preaching a sermon. Sometimes it starts with kindness, prayer, an invitation, or an honest conversation.
Today, pray for one person in your life who needs hope.
🌅 Jesus, use my life to help others experience your love and truth. Give me courage to care, invite, and speak with compassion.
Saturday, May 23
Micah 6.8
God tells us what is good: to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with him. Purpose is not ultimately about status, success, or attention. It is about walking closely with God and reflecting his heart into the world around us.
Purpose often looks quieter and simpler than we expect, but it carries deep meaning.
Today, ask God to help you walk humbly and love people well.
🕯️ God, keep my heart grounded in what truly matters. Help me walk closely with you and reflect your mercy, kindness, and love today.
Sunday, May 24
Matthew 11.12
Jesus said, “The realm of heaven’s kingdom is bursting forth, and passionate people have taken hold of its power.” God is still moving. People are still searching for hope. Lives are still being restored through Jesus.
This is not a dead religion or a meaningless routine. We are invited into the living movement of God’s kingdom.
Today, ask God where he is inviting you to step into purpose this week.
🌊 Jesus, I do not want to sit on the sidelines while your kingdom moves. Use my life to bring hope, compassion, and your joyful message to people around me.