The Coffee Table

Who Do You Say I Am? 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Devotionals for Church Family 📖 Main Verse: “But what about you?” He asked. “Who do you say I am?” — Matthew 16:15 📚 Bible in a Year: Reading for the Day Old Testament: Proverbs 1–4 New Testament: Matthew 16–17 💡 Devotional Thought: Proverbs begins by teaching that true wisdom starts with reverence for the Lord. Human knowledge can increase, but only God can give us wisdom that leads to a meaningful and righteous life. When we know who God is, we begin to understand who we are and how we should live. In Matthew 16, Jesus asks His disciples a deeply personal question: “Who do you say I am?” Peter answered that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of the living God. This is more than a statement of belief—it is the foundation of our entire Christian life. Knowing Jesus changes our priorities, our decisions, our relationships, and our purpose. A Christ-centered church begins with a clear understanding of who Jesus truly is. 📝 Applicati...

Worthy Is the Lamb 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Devotionals for Church Family 📖 Main Verse: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!” — Revelation 5:12 📚 Bible in a Year: Reading for the Day Old Testament: Psalms 70–73 New Testament: Revelation 8–9 💡 Devotional Thought: The psalms in today’s reading move from cries for help to renewed confidence in God’s justice and faithfulness. Asaph discovered that true perspective comes when we enter God’s presence and remember His eternal purposes. Revelation continues to reveal the majesty of Christ. The Lamb who was slain is now exalted and worthy of all worship. Heaven is centered on Jesus, and our lives should be as well. A Christ-centered church lives to honor the Lamb above all else. 📝 Application: Council & Pastoral: Lead the church into Christ-centered worship. Men & Ladies: Make Jesus the highest priority of your life. Youth & Children: Worship Jesus ...

Jesus Is Greater 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Devotionals for Church Family 📖 Main Verse: “The Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of His being.” — Hebrews 1:3 📚 Bible in a Year: Reading for the Day Old Testament: Ezra 9–10 New Testament: Hebrews 1 💡 Devotional Thought: Ezra 9–10 records a call to repentance and renewed commitment to God. Revival begins when people take sin seriously and return to the Lord. Hebrews 1 exalts Jesus above all. He is not merely a teacher or prophet—He is the Son of God, the radiance of God's glory. Knowing who Jesus truly is changes everything about our worship and devotion. A Christ-centered church keeps Jesus above all else. 📝 Application: Council & Pastoral: Keep Christ central in ministry. Men & Ladies: Worship Jesus as Lord of all. Youth & Children: Put Jesus first in your life. 🤔 Reflection: Is Jesus truly first in my life? 💭 Take Away: Jesus is worthy of our highest devotion. 🙏 Pray...

Christ Is Supreme 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Devotionals for Church Family 📖 Main Verse: “He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” — Colossians 1:17 📚 Bible in a Year: Reading for the Day Old Testament: 1 Chronicles 6–7 New Testament: Colossians 1 💡 Devotional Thought: 1 Chronicles 6–7 continues to trace God’s people, emphasizing order and purpose in His plan. Colossians 1 declares the supremacy of Christ. He is above all, and everything finds its meaning in Him. A Christ-centered church keeps Jesus at the center of everything. 📝 Application: Council & Pastoral: Keep Christ central in all ministry. Men & Ladies: Prioritize Christ in your life. Youth & Children: Put Jesus first. 🤔 Reflection: Is Christ truly the center of my life? 💭 Take Away: Christ holds everything together. 🙏 Prayer: Father, help us keep Christ at the center. May our lives reflect His supremacy and glory. Amen. Hashtags: #Colossians1v17, #ChristIsSupreme, #ChristCentered...