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Ways Of The Lord

Redemptive Recovery

July 3

"Make me know Your ways, LORD; Teach me your paths. Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For you are the God of my salvation; For you I wait all the day.”

(Psalm 25:4-5)

There are many things in life that can be considered mysterious. If someone were to gaze upon the Northern Lights for the first time, that would surely feel mysterious. Or consider the wonder of how the Pyramids of Egypt were constructed. Yet, there is one thing that should not remain a mystery to us: the ways of the LORD. His ways are within reach, for He reveals Himself through His Word.

God has chosen to make Himself known through His Word, and Christ Himself is the Living Word who is willing and able to light our path, lead us into truth, and teach us all we need to know to live a life full and overflowing with joy in Him. It is through His Word that we find salvation, and it is through His Word that we are spiritually nourished.

Our walk in recovery does not need to be a journey marked by dread, where we stumble along a dimly lit path. No! It is a walk where we have the Light of Life going before us, illuminating every step of our journey to lead us to what is true and good. That light exposes the sin within us and makes us new creations in Him.

As you “wait all the day,” rely upon Him to guide you on the path you are walking. He will lead you in truth and teach you. He is your salvation. Don’t let these truths remain a mystery to you, embrace them today.

Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your Word, because through it Your ways are revealed. Allow Your Word to light my path. Teach me Your truth and lead me in the paths of righteousness. Let my life reflect Your glory and bear witness to Your power and love. Amen.

Redemptive Recovery (RR) is a Christian recovery group and program that is modeled on biblical truths. We believe that Jesus Christ has the power to transform our lives and that the bible is our roadmap. RR meets weekly and is for anyone currently navigating the challenges of addiction and also those that are further along in their recovery.

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Chosen and Dearly Loved

Redemptive Recovery

June 3

"So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience;"

(Colossians 3:12)

We can all remember a moment when our affection for something moved us to make a meaningful choice—whether it was buying our first home, choosing a car, adopting a pet, or deciding where to go to school. These decisions were fueled by a deep desire to pursue what had captured our hearts. And more often than not, that pursuit came with a price: the cost of sacrifice, commitment, and determination.

In a much deeper and eternal sense, God also made a choice, one driven by His affection. He chose us. His desire has always been to have fellowship with His people: to love, nurture, and dwell with them. God longs for us to find our ultimate joy and satisfaction in Him.

Our own choices, when made from places of fear, doubt, or self-interest, often leave us feeling empty and unfulfilled. But God's choice to love us fills us to overflowing with His grace and goodness. As we respond by putting on hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, His glory is magnified in and through us.

Yet this divine choice came at an immeasurable cost: the death of His Son. Through Christ’s death and resurrection, God obtained what He deeply desired; you. You have been redeemed, purchased, and chosen. You are holy and dearly loved through the work of Christ Himself.

What have you chosen in life that required sacrifice? Was it worth it? Would you choose it again?

Thank You, God, for choosing me. In all my brokenness and shame, You pursued me like a loving Father chasing after His child. You embraced me and showed me that I am truly loved.

Strengthen my faith through Your Word, and shape my heart to reflect Your compassion and grace. Thank You, Jesus. Amen.

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Humility Like a Child

Redemptive Recovery

June 2

"So, whoever will humble himself like this child, he is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven."

(Matthew 18:4)

As we navigate life’s pains and struggles, we are called to do so with an attitude of humility. The opposite of humility is ego. Ego seeks its own interests and disregards the needs of others. It slowly “edges God out” of our lives in a vain attempt to elevate ourselves above those around us.

Like a child, humility keeps us teachable, even through life’s most difficult moments.

Humility, on the other hand, is a virtue that prioritizes others. Like a child, humility keeps us teachable, even through life’s most difficult moments. It allows us to celebrate the simplest joys with deep sincerity, without overcomplicating what was never meant to be complicated.

When we seek humility like a child, we are not embracing weakness. Rather, we are resting in strength; trusting in someone greater than ourselves to care for us and provide for our needs. We acknowledge that there is One who is willing and able to teach us, to guide us in the way that leads to eternal life.

Come to Him like a child; looking up with trust, relying fully on Him. He is gentle and humble in heart, and in Him, your soul will find true rest. He will teach you what real humility looks like: a humility so profound that it laid down His life for His friends; and you are His friend.

Have you embraced humility like a child? In what way has pride and ego hindered your pursuit of true humility through Christ?

Lord Jesus, thank You for embracing me, even as my heart continues to struggle with pride. Help me to seek after You with childlike humility, to remain teachable in every circumstance, and to trust that Your will is good and perfect in all things. In Your name I pray, Amen.

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