Devotion: Wide Awake

Let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be awake and sober (1 Thessalonians 5:6).

One of my least favourite things is waking up tired. If I don’t get the right sleep, my whole day is affected; I am fuzzy in the brain and far less energetic. When that happens, I don’t experience the joy that comes with the day the Lord has given me, and I am not fully present in my relationships. Good sleep is critical for our wellbeing.

The Bible encourages us to live our life attentive to God’s action and refreshed by his presence. Paul talks about the end times and says that no-one can predict the time of the Lord’s return but knowing that he will return will change the way we live now. Following Easter, Jesus’ kingdom is with us, and he promises to be with us until the very end of the age. Our lives are shaped by the truth that God himself is invested in what happens to us now as we await the Day of the Lord.

This means we can see events in the light of Jesus’ return. Although there is much change in the world and pain is part of everyone’s life, we have the certainty of a God who is with us, guiding and loving us all the way. We don’t live in a haze but rather in the light of Christ. May his Spirit lead and comfort us.

Dear Lord, thank you for all your promises – for the promise of your return and your presence. Clear our minds and calm our hearts as we live enlivened by your Spirit. Amen.

Prayer Points

We give thanks for the many opportunities our students enjoy, such as cross country, first aid training and lunchtime activities

We give thanks for the staff who make these special activities happen

We give thanks for our school council and ask that God would give them wisdom and skill in leading our community

We pray for the Khaimi, Kok and Kuihon families

Micah Award

Za Uk Lia for showing service and compassion.

Rusty for showing courage and compassion.