Monday 27th: Approaching God with Boldness

Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16

Devotional:

Just as Mary approached Jesus with boldness at the wedding in Cana, we too are invited to come before God’s throne with confidence. Today’s passage reminds us that Jesus, our High Priest, understands our weaknesses and invites us to seek His grace. Reflect on areas in your life where you need God’s help. What’s holding you back from approaching Him boldly? Remember, God’s grace is sufficient for all our needs. Take a moment to pray, bringing your concerns to God with the assurance that He hears and cares.

Tuesday 28th: Obedience in Faith

Reading: John 2:1-11

Devotional:

The servants at the wedding in Cana demonstrated remarkable obedience when Jesus instructed them to fill the jars with water. They didn’t question or hesitate, even when the request seemed unusual. Their obedience led to witnessing a miracle. Consider areas in your life where God might be calling you to step out in obedience, even if it doesn’t make sense. What “jars” is He asking you to fill? Remember, our obedience often paves the way for God’s miraculous work in and through us.

Wednesday 29th: Jesus as the Sufficient Messiah

Reading: Ephesians 3:14-21

Devotional:

At the wedding, Jesus didn’t just meet the immediate need – He provided abundantly more than anyone could have imagined. Today’s passage reminds us that God is able to do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine. Reflect on how you might be limiting God in your prayers or expectations. Are there areas where you need to trust in His sufficiency? Take time to praise God for His abundant provision and ask Him to expand your faith to believe for greater things.

Thursday 30th: Transformation by Christ’s Glory

Reading: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Devotional:

John 2:11 tells us that Jesus revealed His glory at the wedding, and His disciples believed in Him. Today’s reading reminds us that as we behold the Lord’s glory, we are being transformed into His image. How have you experienced Christ’s transforming power in your life? Are there areas where you need His touch of renewal? Spend time in prayer, asking the Holy Spirit to continue His transforming work in you, making you more like Christ each day.

Friday 31st: Preparing for the Heavenly Wedding

Reading: Revelation 19:6-9

Devotional:

Jesus’ first miracle at a wedding foreshadows the ultimate wedding – the marriage supper of the Lamb. As Christ’s bride, the church is called to prepare for His return. How are you actively preparing your heart for Christ’s return? Consider areas in your life that need alignment with God’s will. Pray for a deepened love for Jesus and a heightened anticipation of His coming. Let this hope inspire you to live each day in light of eternity, sharing the good news of the gospel with others.

The city of Jacksonville has been chosen as one of the Send Relief Serve Tour cities in 2022.  On September 16-17, 2022, hundreds of people will come to Jacksonville to join us in loving and serving our city in the name of Jesus.  This missional experience is the result of a partnership between Send Relief of the North American Mission Board, Love Jax of First Coast Churches, and the Florida Baptist Convention.  We have the unique opportunity to partner with First Coast Churches in Prayer Walking communities and streets within the 295 Loop, in preparation for this special event.  For the next few Sundays, there will be a table in the Pavilion with more information.  You will have the opportunity to sign up to prayer walk an area of Jacksonville, within our church’s zones, inside the I-295 loop.

You can recruit a team or prayer walk as a family.  You can walk, ride, bike these areas.  Get creative! If you want to participate but are unable to pray on-site, you can pray from your home for specified areas.  We highly encourage you to do the prayer walking if you are able.  When you sign up, you will receive an email with important information in preparation for your prayer walk.  If you miss signing up in the Pavilion, just email april@fruitcove.com for information!  

LOVEjax100 is designed to promote prayer walking as a positive and powerful step into the First Coast mission field. The challenge to  prayer walk 100 miles that is being promoted in conjunction with the LOVEjax Send Relief Tour scheduled for Jacksonville, September 16-17, 2022. We are making intercession on location as we pray in the streets asking God to move in the homes, schools, businesses, and recreational facilities in our neighborhoods.  Are you up to the challenge of doing 100 miles?  Click below to read more about how you can Prayer Walk your 100 miles!