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March 28 - When Choices Matter
MARCH 28 - When Choices Matter
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 13:5–6; Judges 15-16
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3-Year Bible Devotional Book (Year Two) Available on Amazon
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“The righteous hates falsehood, but the wicked brings shame and disgrace. Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, but sin overthrows the sinner.” — Proverbs 13:5–6 (ESV)
“Then Samson said, ‘With the jawbone of a donkey, heaps upon heaps, with the jawbone of a donkey I have struck down a thousand men.’” — Judges 15:16 (ESV)
“But she did not know that the Lord had departed from him.” — Judges 16:20 (ESV)
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Life is full of choices—some small, some huge. Sometimes it feels easier to follow what everyone else is doing, even if it’s wrong, because it’s “fun” or “safe.” But Proverbs 13:5–6 reminds us that living rightly protects us in ways we might not even see. Samson’s story in Judges 15–16 shows both sides of choosing wisely: his God-given strength allowed him to do incredible things when he followed God, but when he let temptation and poor decisions take control, he lost his power and purpose.
The choices we make—what we watch, who we hang out with, how we speak—shape our lives. Temptation will come, but God equips us to make choices that honor Him. Even when mistakes happen, God’s protection and grace are still available, but choosing wisely makes the path clearer, safer, and more fulfilling.
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THINK ABOUT IT
1. Guard Your Path: Your daily choices matter. How can you align your decisions with God’s truth so you stay on a path that protects you, as in Proverbs 13:6?
2. Strength & Responsibility: Samson had incredible strength, but it came with responsibility. What talents or gifts has God given you, and how can you use them wisely instead of letting them be misused?
3. Recognize the Danger: Samson lost his power when he ignored God’s guidance (Judges 16:20). What temptations or situations might be stealing your “strength,” focus, or purpose right now?
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BOTTOM LINE
Your choices shape your life; follow God’s ways to stay strong, safe, and purposeful.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me the ability to choose and for guiding me when I feel unsure. Help me to recognize temptation, make wise decisions, and use my gifts responsibly for Your glory. Guard my path, strengthen my heart, and remind me that living rightly brings protection and purpose. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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By PrayerScriptsMARCH 28 - When Choices Matter
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 13:5–6; Judges 15-16
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3-Year Bible Devotional Book (Year Two) Available on Amazon
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“The righteous hates falsehood, but the wicked brings shame and disgrace. Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, but sin overthrows the sinner.” — Proverbs 13:5–6 (ESV)
“Then Samson said, ‘With the jawbone of a donkey, heaps upon heaps, with the jawbone of a donkey I have struck down a thousand men.’” — Judges 15:16 (ESV)
“But she did not know that the Lord had departed from him.” — Judges 16:20 (ESV)
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Life is full of choices—some small, some huge. Sometimes it feels easier to follow what everyone else is doing, even if it’s wrong, because it’s “fun” or “safe.” But Proverbs 13:5–6 reminds us that living rightly protects us in ways we might not even see. Samson’s story in Judges 15–16 shows both sides of choosing wisely: his God-given strength allowed him to do incredible things when he followed God, but when he let temptation and poor decisions take control, he lost his power and purpose.
The choices we make—what we watch, who we hang out with, how we speak—shape our lives. Temptation will come, but God equips us to make choices that honor Him. Even when mistakes happen, God’s protection and grace are still available, but choosing wisely makes the path clearer, safer, and more fulfilling.
________________________________________
THINK ABOUT IT
1. Guard Your Path: Your daily choices matter. How can you align your decisions with God’s truth so you stay on a path that protects you, as in Proverbs 13:6?
2. Strength & Responsibility: Samson had incredible strength, but it came with responsibility. What talents or gifts has God given you, and how can you use them wisely instead of letting them be misused?
3. Recognize the Danger: Samson lost his power when he ignored God’s guidance (Judges 16:20). What temptations or situations might be stealing your “strength,” focus, or purpose right now?
________________________________________
BOTTOM LINE
Your choices shape your life; follow God’s ways to stay strong, safe, and purposeful.
________________________________________
PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me the ability to choose and for guiding me when I feel unsure. Help me to recognize temptation, make wise decisions, and use my gifts responsibly for Your glory. Guard my path, strengthen my heart, and remind me that living rightly brings protection and purpose. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.