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Devotions, Family Devotionals

🏡 Family Devotional — Day 54

Rooted & Raised

“Glorifying Jesus Together”

📖 “He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you.”
 —John 16:14 (NKJV)

As a family, we talk about a lot of things—school, work, meals, chores, plans.
But how often do we talk about Jesus in a way that truly lifts Him up?

Jesus said the Holy Spirit’s mission is to glorify Him.
That means making Jesus the center, the focus, and the treasure in all we do.
The Spirit teaches us what Jesus said, shows us how Jesus lived, and helps us follow Him together.

Imagine a home where the name of Jesus is honored in conversations, decisions, and attitudes.
That’s what the Spirit wants to build—a family where Christ is glorified.

Family Discussion:

  • How can we glorify Jesus as a family this week?
  • Are there habits or conversations we need to change to keep Jesus at the center?

Family Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, we want to glorify Jesus in our home.
Please help us speak kindly, live truthfully, and point to Him in all we do.
Teach us as a family to know, follow, and honor Jesus together.
In His name, Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 54

Rooted & Raised

“The Spirit Points to Jesus, Not You”

📖 “He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you.”
 —John 16:14 (NKJV)

Social media wants you to believe life is all about your story, your image, your spotlight.
But the Holy Spirit flips that completely.

Jesus said the Holy Spirit would glorify Him, not us.
That means if the Spirit is at work in your life, He’s not feeding your ego—He’s magnifying Christ.

The Spirit shows us who Jesus really is—His mercy, His holiness, His power—and then helps us reflect Him in our choices, words, and friendships.
When you feel the pull to center everything on yourself,
ask: “Is this about me, or is this showing others who Jesus is?”

Glorifying Jesus might not get you likes, but it will bring you life.

Think It Over:

  • Are you more concerned about what others think of you than how they see Christ through you?
  • What would change if the Holy Spirit helped you glorify Jesus in your daily choices?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, I don’t want to live for my own glory. Help me shift my focus from self to Jesus.
Show me more of who He is, and help me reflect Him in the way I live.
In His name, Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🐣 Children’s Devotional — Day 54

Rooted & Raised

“The Holy Spirit Makes Jesus Known”

📖 “He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you.”
 —John 16:14 (NKJV)

Have you ever had someone share a secret with you—something special that made you feel trusted?

Jesus said the Holy Spirit does something even better.
He shares with us everything that belongs to Jesus!
The Holy Spirit tells us how amazing Jesus is so we can love Him more and follow Him better.

That’s what it means to “glorify” Jesus.
It means showing how good, kind, powerful, and holy He really is.
The Holy Spirit does this every time you read your Bible, pray, or obey God’s voice.
He helps your heart say, “Wow, Jesus is wonderful!”

Talk About It:

  • What is one thing you love about Jesus?
  • How can you show Jesus is important in your life today?

Prayer:
 Dear Holy Spirit, thank You for helping me see how great Jesus is.
I want to know Him more and make Him happy with how I live.
Please help me love and obey Him.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩 Women’s Devotional — Day 54

Rooted & Raised

“He Will Glorify Me”

📖 “He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you.”
 —John 16:14 (NKJV)

So many voices clamor for your attention—your schedule, your responsibilities, even your internal expectations.
But there is one voice who speaks for Jesus Himself: the Holy Spirit.

Jesus promised that the Spirit would glorify Him. How?
By revealing the heart and truth of Jesus to us in every part of our lives.
Whether we are reading Scripture, correcting our children, dealing with emotions, or resting quietly—
He takes what belongs to Christ and makes it known to us.

He doesn’t glorify us.
He doesn’t glorify our plans.
He doesn’t glorify the world.
He glorifies Christ.

That’s the beautiful, refining work of the Spirit:
He keeps pointing our eyes back to Jesus, even when the world tries to pull them elsewhere.
And as we behold Christ, we are changed.

Pause & Reflect:

  • Are there areas in your life where you’re seeking attention, affirmation, or control more than Christ’s glory?
  • What would it look like to surrender those to the Spirit today?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, help me to glorify Jesus in my thoughts, words, and actions. Take what belongs to Him and declare it to me. Lead me into deeper worship and surrender. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 53

Rooted & Raised

“God Already Knows What’s Coming”

📖 “He will tell you things to come.”
 —John 16:13b (NKJV)

It’s easy to feel anxious about the future—college, relationships, careers, the world falling apart on social media.
You’re not alone. But Jesus made a promise:
The Holy Spirit doesn’t just know the future—He tells us what we need to know in time.

That doesn’t mean you’ll get spoilers for everything that’s going to happen.
It means the Holy Spirit will warn you, prepare you, or strengthen you when things are coming.
Not so you can worry—but so you can walk in wisdom and faith.

The early believers didn’t guess their way through life.
They listened to the Spirit.
Sometimes He gave them peace.
Sometimes He told them to move.
Sometimes He showed them hard things, but always with hope.

So when the future feels blurry, remember:
God isn’t guessing.
He already knows.
And His Spirit walks with you.

For Real:

  • Do you ever feel nervous about what’s coming next in life?
  • How could inviting the Holy Spirit into those thoughts change your mindset?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, I don’t know what’s coming, but You do. Help me trust You, listen to You, and walk with You. Don’t let fear lead me—let faith grow in me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 53

Rooted & Raised

“The Holy Spirit Knows What’s Coming”

📖 “He will tell you things to come.”
 —John 16:13b (NKJV)

Have you ever wished you knew what would happen tomorrow?

Jesus told His disciples that the Holy Spirit would help them know what was ahead—not so they could always know the future like a superhero, but so they would trust God and follow His lead.

When something big is coming—like moving to a new house, starting a new grade, or even facing something hard—God doesn’t leave us alone.
He gives us His Spirit to prepare our hearts and help us stay close to Him.

Even if we don’t know all the details, we can trust that the Holy Spirit knows.
And He is always right.

Think About It:

  • Have you ever felt something important in your heart and knew God was helping you get ready?
  • How can you practice listening for God’s voice today?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, thank You for knowing everything—even the things I don’t understand yet. Please help me trust You and follow You wherever You lead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 53

Rooted & Raised

“Spirit-Given Words”

📖 “He will tell you things to come.”
 —John 16:13b (NKJV)

There is something deeply reassuring about being told what lies ahead—not so we can control it, but so we can be prepared and faithful in the waiting.

Jesus told His disciples that the Holy Spirit would not only guide them into truth, but also declare things to come.
Not vague impressions. Not wishful thinking.
But Spirit-spoken clarity rooted in the will of the Father and the testimony of the Son.

The early Church walked with this expectancy.
They moved forward not because they had a five-year plan,
but because they were led by the Spirit who sees beyond time.

Dear sister, God may not give you every detail,
but He hasn’t left you in the dark.

He has sent the Spirit to illuminate the path, to warn, to encourage, and to equip.
When He prompts, speak.
When He reveals, trust.
When He says, “Go,” do not fear.

Reflection:

  • Am I willing to listen when the Spirit speaks of what’s ahead—even if it challenges my comfort?
  • Do I discern the voice of the Holy Spirit in my personal walk and in the Word?

Prayer:
 Lord, thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit, who speaks what I need to hear in season and in truth. Teach me to listen with faith, to respond with obedience, and to rest in Your perfect knowledge of what lies ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

🏡 Family Devotional — Day 53

Rooted & Raised

“He Will Tell You Things to Come”

📖 “He will tell you things to come.”
 —John 16:13b (NKJV)

One of the most precious truths Jesus gave His disciples before He went to the cross was this:
The Holy Spirit would not only guide them in truth but also prepare them for what was ahead.

As Christian families navigating an uncertain world, we don’t need to fear the unknown.
The Holy Spirit is still doing what Jesus promised—telling us the things to come,
not to make us anxious, but to anchor us in faith and obedience.

When we take time as a family to seek the Lord together, the Holy Spirit strengthens us,
gives peace before decisions, prepares us for change, and reminds us that God is in control.

This is a powerful reminder for mothers guiding their children:
you don’t have to have all the answers.
You just need to walk with the One who does.

Family Discussion:

  • Can you think of a time when God helped your family prepare for something ahead of time?
  • How can you listen more closely as a family when the Holy Spirit speaks?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, thank You for being our Helper and Comforter. Thank You for preparing us for things we cannot see and teaching us to trust You completely. Help our family walk together in peace, knowing You go before us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

🏡 Family Devotional — Day 52

Rooted & Raised

“Guided by the Spirit of Truth”

📖 “However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth.”
 —John 16:13a (NKJV)

There is no shortage of voices trying to influence our families today—
social media, education systems, entertainment, even friends.
But the Holy Spirit has been given to believers to guide us into all truth, not just some truth or comfortable truth—but the truth that reflects Jesus Christ.

This promise is not just for individual Christians—
It’s a blessing for families who want to walk together in faith.

As mothers, we are called to shape our homes with the truth of God’s Word,
modeling dependence on the Holy Spirit,
and training our children to recognize His voice over the clamor of the world.

Truth is not relative. It’s not based on feelings.
It’s grounded in God’s Word and made alive in us by the Spirit.

Discussion Prompt:

  • How can we invite the Holy Spirit to guide our family in everyday decisions?
  • Are there voices in our home that need to be quieted so we can hear His?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, we invite You to lead our home. Teach us what is true, protect us from deception, and help us walk together in Your light. May our home glorify Jesus in all things. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 52

Rooted & Raised

“Following Truth, Not Trends”

📖 “When He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth.”
 —John 16:13a (NKJV)

You’ve got a lot coming at you—
Influencers. Algorithms. Opinions.
But truth doesn’t trend. It’s eternal.

The Holy Spirit is called the Spirit of truth for a reason.
He doesn’t shift with culture.
He doesn’t twist truth to make it more popular.
He leads you into what is real, pure, and right—always.

He’s not just there to comfort you—He’s there to lead you.
But are you following?

If you want truth, ask Him.
If you feel confused, talk to Him.
He doesn’t shout—but He speaks clearly to the heart that listens.

Think About It:

  • What voices are shaping your thinking right now?
  • Are you willing to follow truth even if it costs you popularity?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, I want to know the truth and walk in it. Help me ignore the noise and follow Your lead, even when it’s hard. Make me someone who stands for what’s right in a world full of lies. In Jesus’ name, Amen.