As we step into this new year, God is calling us to a higher level of commitment, a deeper level of faith, and an unshakable connection to Him. The word God has placed in my heart for this year is DEVOTED.
To be devoted means more than just believing—it means living fully committed to the things of God. It means having a faith that is unwavering, a love for God that is unshaken, and a heart that is fully surrendered to His will.
A Devoted Life is a Rooted Life
"They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." — Acts 2:42 (NASB)
The early church was devoted—they didn’t follow Jesus casually, but with their whole hearts. They were committed to learning, worshiping, praying, and growing together. That’s the kind of devotion God is calling us to in 2025!
Devotion is not a one-time decision—it’s a daily commitment. It’s waking up every morning saying, “Lord, I am Yours. Use me. Grow me. Shape me.” It’s showing up in worship, studying the Word, and being faithful in our calling.
"A tree doesn’t grow strong by accident—it grows strong because its roots are devoted to the soil that feeds it."
That’s why devotion matters. The more we are devoted to God, the deeper our roots grow. The deeper our roots grow, the stronger our faith becomes.
How Devotion Helps Us Go Deep! Grow Deep! Stay Rooted!
1. Devotion Helps Us GO DEEP in Our Faith
Being devoted means we don’t just read the Word—we live the Word! When we are devoted to prayer, study, and obedience, our relationship with God deepens beyond surface-level faith.
➡️ Action Step: Set a goal this year to read and reflect on Scripture daily, letting the Word transform you from the inside out.
2. Devotion Helps Us GROW DEEP in God’s Presence
A devoted heart stays connected to God. When we are faithful in prayer, worship, and service, we grow stronger in our walk with Him. A tree with deep roots doesn’t fear the storm, because it is anchored in the soil.
➡️ Action Step: Make a commitment to intentional worship—whether at church, in your home, or during your quiet time.
3. Devotion Helps Us STAY ROOTED in Virtue
Virtue doesn’t happen overnight—it’s cultivated through consistent devotion. Love, patience, humility, and faithfulness all grow in a heart that is rooted in Christ. When we stay devoted, we stay spiritually strong, no matter what comes our way.
➡️ Action Step: Choose one virtue to focus on each month, asking God to strengthen that quality in your life.
This Year, Let’s Be Fully Devoted!
Greater Glory, this is our year to be steadfast, immovable, and unshaken in our devotion to God. We are not just attending church—we are becoming the church. We are not just reading Scripture—we are living the Word. We are not just praising in good times—we are trusting God in every season!
This is the year we declare:
🔥 “Lord, I am devoted to You!”
🔥 “I will seek You first in all things!”
🔥 “I will stay rooted, unshaken, and strong in my faith!”
Let’s Go Deep! Grow Deep! Stay Rooted!
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