Today’s Community Scripture – 5/27/2025

“But you, Israel, are my servant. You’re Jacob, my first choice,
descendants of my good friend Abraham. I pulled you in from all over the world, called you in from every dark corner of the earth, Telling you, ‘You’re my servant, serving on my side. I’ve picked you. I haven’t dropped you.’ Don’t panic. I’m with you. There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you. “Count on it: Everyone who had it in for you will end up out in the cold real losers. Those who worked against you will end up empty-handed nothing to show for their lives. When you go out looking for your old adversaries you won’t find them Not a trace of your old enemies, not even a memory. That’s right. Because I, your God,
have a firm grip on you and I’m not letting go. I’m telling you, ‘Don’t panic. I’m right here to help you.’

Isaiah 41:8–13 (MSG)

Key Verse – There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you. Isaiah 41:10 (MSG)

– Reflection:

On Friday, my wife and I watched as our oldest son at home receive his High School Diploma. There were so many emotions among the other parents as their kids’ names were called, which was great. Then came our son, and I didn’t scream and yell as I thought I would; I’m not sure why, but I didn’t. I watched him carefully to see how he would act while standing there, waiting to be called. He rubbed his hands together and started across that stage, and I knew he was off to the next phase. I know GOD has him because He gave everything to us to instill in him to honor GOD Himself. He is getting ready for the next task that has been placed before him. I know he will be good because of what the Holy Spirit will do for him. He reads these devotionals too and sometimes asks questions about them as well. So I know as he steps into the next chapter of his life, he will be just fine. We and GOD have his back, so he will be just fine.

– Where do we go from here?

Now, we move forward with faith. This moment signifies not just an ending, but a beginning—a launching point into the life God has always been preparing for him. As parents, we transition from guiding every step to watching with trust as he takes his own. We continue to pray, support, and believe in the foundation that has been laid. He will face challenges, yes, but he will also rise, because the same Spirit that stirred his curiosity in devotionals and shaped his character through our love will now lead him into his purpose. We advance with gratitude, hope, and the quiet confidence that he is not alone—he walks with God, and we walk with him in spirit, always.

– Our Prayer for Today

Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, filled with awe at the journey You’ve led our son through. Thank You for the strength, wisdom, and grace You’ve poured into him—and into us as parents—as he reaches this significant milestone. Watching him walk across that stage was more than a ceremony; it was a testimony of Your faithfulness. Lord, as he steps into this next phase of life, we place him entirely in Your hands. Guide his steps, steady his heart, and fill him with courage and clarity. Let the seeds of faith planted in him grow deep roots. May the Holy Spirit continue to stir his heart, lead him in truth, and remind him that he is never alone. We ask for Your protection over his path, Your wisdom in his decisions, and Your peace in every challenge. Let him walk boldly, knowing that You go before him, and that we—his family—stand behind him with love and prayer. Thank You for the gift of watching him grow and for what’s to come. We trust You completely. In Jesus’ name, Amen.