Devotion for Sunday, June 7, 2026

“Therefore, be on the alert – for you do not know when the master of the house is coming, whether in the evening, at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning – in case he should come suddenly and find you asleep” (Mark 13:35-36).

None of us knows the timing of events.  When things happen that we do not like, they often seem to come suddenly and at unforeseen times.  So also, the Lord knows our days, and we do not know the day or hour when the Lord shall come for us.  It is not that we are to live in fear, but we should live with a quiet sense of urgency, for our days are numbered and there is much to be done.  Be about the Father’s business.

Lord, help me to live not with anxiety, but with a sense of urgency.  Guide me to not do things out of compulsion, but willingly.  Lead me to see what is right and good and what is unnecessary.  Through all things, help me to live according to Your goodness and mercy.  You have come to give true and everlasting life.  This world seeks destruction.  Help me to see clearly the difference.

Thank You Lord Jesus for clearing the way before me.  Lead me in the truth You have revealed so that I may humbly walk in the way of righteousness.  Through all things, lead me to live each moment with intentionality, prudently weighing my thoughts and actions so that I live by the guidance of the Holy Spirit.  Through all things, lead me to be in Your presence forever.  Amen.