3 July 26 Devotional Receiving Christ Through His People

 

Day 5: Receive the Greatest Gift

Scripture: John 1:12

“Yet to all who did receive Him…He gave the right to become children of God.”

Jesus’ teaching about receiving His disciples ultimately points us to a greater invitation: receiving Christ Himself.

The greatest reward is not recognition or even future blessings. The greatest reward is a relationship with Jesus. Through Him we receive forgiveness, peace with God, eternal life, and the privilege of belonging to His family.

As those who have received Christ, we are now called to represent Him well. We become His hands and feet, extending His welcome, grace, and love to others.

May people encounter Jesus because they have encountered us.

Reflection Questions

• Have you fully received Christ as Lord and Savior?
• How can your life reflect Christ’s love to someone this week?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, thank You for welcoming me into Your family through Your grace. Help me to faithfully represent You so that others may see Your love through my words and actions. Use me to offer a “cup of cold water” to someone in need today. Amen.