Rev. Luke Powell Daily Devotions

Matthew 25:40 "The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’" Lent is a time of giving and compassion. Let’s not get so wrapped up in our own spirituality that we forget to care for others in this season. Comment here.

Isaiah 58:3 "‘Why have we fasted,’ they say, ‘and you have not seen it? Why have we humbled ourselves, and you have not noticed?’ Yet on the day of your fasting, you do as you please and exploit all your workers." Are you going to fast this Lent? If so, keep the right mindset. Read or comment here.

Psalm 90:12, 14 "Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom… Satisfy us in the morning with Your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days." It’s Ash Wednesday, and as we begin Lent today, let’s consider how we are nothing but dust and ashes ourselves. Drop a comment here.

Hebrews 9:13-14 "The blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially unclean sanctify them so that they are outwardly clean. How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God!" The ashes of Ash...

Psalm 32:3-6 "When I refused to confess my sin, my body wasted away, and I groaned all day long. Day and night Your hand of discipline was heavy on me. My strength evaporated like water in the summer heat. Interlude. Finally, I confessed all my sins to You and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, 'I will confess my rebellion to the LORD.' And You forgave me! All my guilt...

Habakkuk 2:3 "For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay." Oswald Chambers' greatest ministry began after his death through Biddy's faithful compilation of his teachings. God's miracles often unfold slowly over time. Read or comment here.

Acts 24:16 "I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man." Oswald Chambers believed we should give our utmost effort for God's highest glory, not to earn salvation but to honour the One who has already saved us. Consider today whether you're giving your utmost effort to live a life that glorifies God. Read or comment here.

Proverbs 16:9 "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." Biddy found out that a closed door is just a sign that God is changing your direction. Read or comment here.

John 14:12 "Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father." When Oswald Chambers died, Biddy grieved – but kept moving forward. Read or comment here.

Philippians 2:14-16 "do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation. Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life." When life got hard, Biddy Chambers didn’t grumble. She saw God’s hand in her situation and trusted Him How about us? Read...

Isaiah 6:8 "Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, 'Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?' And I said, 'Here am I. Send me!'" The students at Oswald and Biddy's Bible Training College learned to make themselves available for God's purposes wherever He might send them. Let’s do the same! Read or comment here.

1 Thessalonians 4:7 "For God did not call us to be impure, but to live a holy life" Oswald Chambers had a passion for holiness. Remember today that the great message of the Bible is that we are called to holiness. Read this devo and drop a comment here

Philippians 2:3-4 "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others." Biddy Chambers set aside her personal ambitions to serve God and others. Perhaps we need to do the same. Read this blog, and please share a comment, here .

2 Corinthians 3:9-12 "If the Government of Condemnation was impressive, how about this Government of Affirmation? Bright as that old government was, it would look downright dull alongside this new one. If that makeshift arrangement impressed us, how much more this brightly shining government installed for eternity? With that kind of hope to excite us, nothing holds us back." Biddy Chambe...

Matthew 28:19–20 "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Oswald Chambers devoted his life to introducing people to God through his teaching and ministry, a goal that continues to b...

#Prayer #Joy #Worship #podcast The primary purpose of prayer is not to receive God's provisions but to receive God Himself. Fall on your knees today with joy, holding onto Him even as your heart aches, knowing that joy comes from His presence alone. Read or comment here: https://lukepowellministries.com/daily-devotions/persevering-in-prayer/voice-your-joy

#Prayer #Trust Even when prayers seem unanswered, our faith rests not in God's deliverance but in God Himself. Choose today to trust God's wisdom over your circumstances, knowing He can bring ministry from your deepest hurts. Read or comment here: https://lukepowellministries.com/daily-devotions/persevering-in-prayer/voice-your-trust

#christianity #podcast #Prayer God invites you to present your needs to Him clearly, not just in vague generalities. Take time today to name your specific needs in prayer, trusting that your loving Father is listening and will respond in His wisdom. Read or comment here: https://lukepowellministries.com/daily-devotions/persevering-in-prayer/voice-your-needs

#Honesty #podcast God invites us to voice our complaints to Him honestly, not to hide our struggles behind pretence. Bring your anger, frustration, and questions to God today, trusting that He is big enough to handle your honesty and still love you. Read or comment here: https://lukepowellministries.com/daily-devotions/persevering-in-prayer/voice-your-complaint

#christian #podcast #Prayer Persevering in prayer becomes most crucial when life grows difficult, yet that's often when we pray the least. Commit today to keep praying through every circumstance, knowing God hears and answers when you need Him most. Read or comment here: https://lukepowellministries.com/daily-devotions/persevering-in-prayer/keep-praying

#lukepowell #Prayer #Discipleship #Intercession #devotional Don't just talk about prayer or read about prayer or listen to sermons about prayer or read stories of great prayerful people. Get praying! Praying with others strengthens both your faith and theirs - find a prayer partner this week who will cover you in prayer as you cover them. Read or comment here: https://lukepowellministries.com/...

#Prayer #devotional #Discipleship #lukepowell #Quiet Time Prayer is not rattling off things to God which He already knows. Instead, praise God constantly as you work through your list. Make requests and ask for His help, and trust Him to answer in His time. Having a pattern for prayer helps you know what to pray - develop your own prayer structure today that covers praise, personal needs, family,...

#lukepowell #devotional #Prayer #Discipleship #QuietTime God doesn't really mind how you position your body - just find whatever works for you and pray, pray, pray, pray! The physical position you take in prayer matters less than your consistency - experiment with different postures to find what helps you pray most effectively. Read or comment here: https://lukepowellministries.com/daily-devot...

#Prayer #Discipleship #QuietTime #lukepowell #community Wesley had a place to pray, and he prayed there so often his knees wore the floor down! Do you have a place where your priority for prayer is proven by the hours you spend there communicating with God? Finding a specific place for deep, focused prayer can transform your prayer life - identify your prayer spot today and commit to meeting God t...

#Prayer #Priorities #Discipleship #lukepowell #devotional Five minutes into eternity, will you regret the small amount of time you truly connected with God in prayer? Or will you recognise the intimacy with God you find in heaven, from the time you spend with Him on earth? Prayer should be the great priority of every Christian - make it yours today by setting aside focused time to connect deeply w...