Wednesday Night Devotional - Jared McCormick - May 6th
Teachers
Lesson Summary
In the Wednesday night devotional on May 6th, the teacher began by recalling the teen study of Daniel chapters 1‑3 and used the narrative of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to illustrate steadfast faith before King Nebuchadnezzar’s furnace. He highlighted the trio’s refusal to bow to an idol, their confidence that God would protect them, and their willingness to accept whatever outcome, emphasizing that true worship relies on loyalty to the one true God rather than fear of death. The lesson then shifted to Romans chapter 12, where the teacher memorized verses 1‑2 and explained that offering our bodies as living sacrifices requires daily mind renewal. He unpacked verses 3‑8, which discuss spiritual gifts, and focused on verses 9 onward, detailing concrete actions—genuine love, hospitality, humility, and peace‑keeping—that form the “small things” leading to a transformed character. By connecting these practices to the Daniel story, he urged the congregation to cultivate simple, consistent disciplines—prayer, Bible study, fellowship—to build a solid faith foundation capable of withstanding life’s trials.
Key Scriptures
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never lack zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in tribulation, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep. Be level-minded. Do not be wise in your own estimation. Repay no one evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all people.