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Devotion

God’s Word Guides Us

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Bible Verse

“I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” – Psalm 119:11 (NLT)

Story

Emma’s family went on a hiking trip. As they walked, Emma noticed her dad kept looking at a map. “Why do we need that?” she asked. “Can’t we just follow the path?”

Her dad smiled. “Without a map, we might take the wrong trail. The map helps us know the right way to go.”

That night, during family devotions, Emma’s dad read from Psalm 119:11. “The Bible is like a map for our lives. It is our authoritative rule of faith and conduct, meaning it tells us what to believe and how to live.”

Emma tilted her head. “So, the Bible helps us make the right choices?”

“Yes,” Mom said. “And that’s why it’s important to memorize Bible verses. When we store God’s Word in our hearts, it helps us know what’s right and avoid sin.”

Dad added, “Just like a map helps hikers find the right path, memorizing Scripture helps us stay on the right path in life.”

Emma grinned. “So, when I don’t know what to do, the Bible can help me?”

“Exactly,” Mom said. “That’s why we should read it, memorize it, and follow it every day!”

Faith Connection

The Bible is our authoritative guide for faith and life. It teaches us what is true and how to live for God. Memorizing Bible verses helps us store God’s truth in our hearts, guiding and protecting us from sin.

Discuss It

Why do you think the Bible is called our guide for faith and conduct? How can memorizing Scripture help us in daily life?

Prayer

Dear God, thank You for giving me the Bible to guide my life. Help me to read it, follow it, and memorize Your Word so I can always stay on the right path. Amen.

Live It

This week, pick one Bible verse to memorize. Write it down, say it out loud, and practice it each day. Let God’s Word guide your heart!

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Devotion

495 New Testament History

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What Are the Five Books of History in the New Testament?

The five books of New Testament history are: Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and Acts. These books tell us about the life of Jesus and the early church.

Bible Verse “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” — Acts 1:8 (NLT)

Story Maya loved stories, especially ones about real heroes. One day, her mom told her, “The Bible has the greatest story of all! It’s about Jesus and how He saved us. And the best part? It’s not just a story—it’s true!”

The books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are called the Gospels, and they tell the story of Jesus’ life, from His birth to His resurrection. The book of Acts continues the story, showing how Jesus’ followers shared the good news and started the church. These five books are like a treasure chest filled with everything we need to know about God’s love and His plan to save us.

Connection to Salvation in Jesus

The Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) teach us about Jesus—how He healed people, taught about God’s kingdom, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again to give us eternal life. The book of Acts shows how the Holy Spirit gave Jesus’ followers the power to spread the good news.

Because of Jesus, we can have a relationship with God and be part of His family. These five books remind us that Jesus came to save us and send us out to share His love with the world. His story didn’t end in Acts—it continues through us!

Prayer

Dear God, thank You for the books of the New Testament that teach us about Jesus and the early church. Thank You for sending Jesus to save us and for giving us the Holy Spirit to help us share Your love. Help me to follow You and be a part of Your story. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Challenge for the Day

Read a story from one of the Gospels, like Jesus feeding the 5,000 (John 6:1-14), or from Acts, like the Holy Spirit coming at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4). Talk with a parent or teacher about how the story shows God’s power and love. Then think about one way you can share Jesus’ story with someone this week!