Today's Devotional
Forty Years Ago,
Hi there! We’re so thankful you’re joining us again. This 5+2 Devotional is more than pages and readings; it’s a shared journey of drawing closer to God as a church family. We believe that as each of us leans in, God will continue to deepen our faith and shape us into fully devoted followers of Christ.
Everything we do publicly, our serving, giving, compassion, and character, all start in the quiet places with Him. It’s in those unhurried moments alone with the Lord that His Word anchors us, His Spirit transforms us, and His heart becomes ours. So take time each day to pause. Open your Bible. Still your thoughts. Let God speak afresh. Because when we offer Him our simple “five loaves and two fish,” He takes it, blesses it, and multiplies it far beyond what we could ever imagine. We’re glad you’re on this journey. Let’s keep walking deeper with the Spirit together.
Devotional Guide
Daily Devotionals
To get started, you can follow this format.
Be still (1 min): Become aware of God’s presence.
Read (5-6 min): The day’s passage. Read aloud if possible.
Listen (3-4 min): What is the Spirit highlighting?
Micro-practice (whole day): Apply what God has spoken to you.
Practice Discernment
Test impressions by Scripture, Christ‑likeness, Community, and Fruit (Gal 5:22-23). When guidance is directional or sensitive (finance, relationships, major decisions), loop in an FGA leader.
Choose love over spectacle; humility over hype.
Weekly Check-in
Find a buddy/LifeGroup and connect weekly via text or in-person. You can use the given prompts and pray brief blessings for each other.
Sabbath Twice A Month
Pick 2 days this month where you will stop, rest, delight and practice love. If a whole day isn’t possible, carve out some consecutive hours.
Worship Through Song
Choose a worship song or hymn that draws your soul near to God. Or create a playlist of songs or music that fills your heart with worship and awe. Sing it aloud or let it play as you rest. Allow praise to fill your home with peace. Be unhurried. Let your heart be open to the Spirit.
Walking In The Word
Take a slow walk while repeating a verse that has spoken to you. Let its words move through your steps. Notice what phrase lingers and what peace follows.
Pause from work to rest in God. Deepen your understanding of the sabbath here.
Saturday Review
Use the Examen prompts to reflect on your week. Learn more about the practice of the Examen here.
Daily Posts
What happens in public begins in private.
Our serving, giving, living and loving others all flow from time spent alone with the Lord, listening to His Word, being shaped by His Spirit, and responding to His heart.
Take a few moments each day to slow down.
Open your Bible. Quiet your soul. Let God speak. When we bring Him our five loaves and two fish, He multiplies them beyond what we could ever imagine.
Welcome to the journey! We’re so glad you’re part of it! Together, let’s walk deeper with the Spirit!