WEEKLY MEMORY VERSE
"God began doing a good work in you. And he will continue it until it is finished when Jesus Christ comes again. I am sure of that."
Philippians 1:6
Philippians 1:6
MONDAY MOMENT MESSAGE
“God’s Not Done Yet”
Rev. DeAnna M Caston
Rev. DeAnna M Caston
DAILY DEVOTIONALS
God isn’t finished—our faith journey continues!
MONDAY
SCRIPTURE:
Philippians 1:6 – “Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
God never starts something He doesn’t intend to finish. You are still under construction, and that’s a good thing! The places in your life that feel unfinished are reminders that He is still shaping you. Trust His process—He sees the end from the beginning.
CHALLENGE:
Write down one area in your life where you need to see God’s growth. Keep it in your journal and pray over it this week.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, thank You that You are not finished with me. Keep growing me into who You’ve called me to be. Amen.
Philippians 1:6 – “Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
God never starts something He doesn’t intend to finish. You are still under construction, and that’s a good thing! The places in your life that feel unfinished are reminders that He is still shaping you. Trust His process—He sees the end from the beginning.
CHALLENGE:
Write down one area in your life where you need to see God’s growth. Keep it in your journal and pray over it this week.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, thank You that You are not finished with me. Keep growing me into who You’ve called me to be. Amen.
TUESDAY
SCRIPTURE:
John 15:5 – “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth happens through connection. Just like branches can’t grow fruit without the vine, we can’t grow without staying connected to Jesus. When we remain in Him, His life flows through us and produces lasting fruit.
CHALLENGE:
Spend at least 10 minutes today in prayer or worship with no distractions—just you and God.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, help me stay connected to You so I can grow strong and bear fruit. Amen.
John 15:5 – “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth happens through connection. Just like branches can’t grow fruit without the vine, we can’t grow without staying connected to Jesus. When we remain in Him, His life flows through us and produces lasting fruit.
CHALLENGE:
Spend at least 10 minutes today in prayer or worship with no distractions—just you and God.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, help me stay connected to You so I can grow strong and bear fruit. Amen.
WEDNESDAY
SCRIPTURE:
Colossians 2:7 – “Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Strong roots mean steady growth. The deeper we are rooted in Christ, the stronger we stand when storms come. The Word, prayer, and worship feed our roots and make us unshakable in faith.
CHALLENGE:
Find one verse today that strengthens your faith and memorize it.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, let my roots grow deep in You so my life stays strong in every season. Amen.
Colossians 2:7 – “Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Strong roots mean steady growth. The deeper we are rooted in Christ, the stronger we stand when storms come. The Word, prayer, and worship feed our roots and make us unshakable in faith.
CHALLENGE:
Find one verse today that strengthens your faith and memorize it.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, let my roots grow deep in You so my life stays strong in every season. Amen.
THURSDAY
SCRIPTURE:
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth means leaving behind the old. In Christ, we are not who we used to be. Every day is an opportunity to live in the newness God provides, free from guilt and shame, walking in purpose.
CHALLENGE:
Identify one old habit or thought that no longer serves your growth in Christ, and ask God to help you release it.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, thank You for making me new. Help me let go of the old and walk in Your new life. Amen.
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth means leaving behind the old. In Christ, we are not who we used to be. Every day is an opportunity to live in the newness God provides, free from guilt and shame, walking in purpose.
CHALLENGE:
Identify one old habit or thought that no longer serves your growth in Christ, and ask God to help you release it.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, thank You for making me new. Help me let go of the old and walk in Your new life. Amen.
FRIDAY
SCRIPTURE:
Hebrews 12:1 – “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth is a journey, not a sprint. There will be challenges, delays, and moments of discouragement, but God has given you endurance. Keep your eyes on Jesus, and remember—slow growth is still growth.
CHALLENGE:
Encourage someone today who may be feeling weary in their faith journey. Your words may help them keep going.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, give me strength to keep running my race with endurance, and help me to encourage others along the way. Amen.
Hebrews 12:1 – “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth is a journey, not a sprint. There will be challenges, delays, and moments of discouragement, but God has given you endurance. Keep your eyes on Jesus, and remember—slow growth is still growth.
CHALLENGE:
Encourage someone today who may be feeling weary in their faith journey. Your words may help them keep going.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, give me strength to keep running my race with endurance, and help me to encourage others along the way. Amen.
SATURDAY
SCRIPTURE:
Galatians 6:9 – “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth takes time and patience. Seeds don’t sprout overnight, and neither do we. God sees your effort, your faithfulness, and your consistency. Don’t quit—the harvest is on its way.
CHALLENGE:
Do one intentional act of kindness today that reflects the fruit of God growing in you.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, help me to keep sowing good seeds and to trust You for the harvest to come. Amen.
Galatians 6:9 – “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT:
Growth takes time and patience. Seeds don’t sprout overnight, and neither do we. God sees your effort, your faithfulness, and your consistency. Don’t quit—the harvest is on its way.
CHALLENGE:
Do one intentional act of kindness today that reflects the fruit of God growing in you.
QUICK PRAYER:
Lord, help me to keep sowing good seeds and to trust You for the harvest to come. Amen.
GRAB YOUR JOURNAL, SIT AND REFLECT
What did I learn this summer, and how will I grow this fall?
TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE
(You will need your bible!)
WORSHIP SONG
CREATE AS YOU GROW
“Growth Certificate” – Print and bring with you to worship on August 24th.
FAITH CHALLENGE
Share one thing you learned with your family, friend, or pastor.
PARENTS CORNER
Celebrate your child’s growth with a small ceremony or dinner—speak blessings over them.
LET US SEE
YOUR WORK!
We want to celebrate your creativity this summer! Submit your artwork, crafts, photography, or any project you’ve created as part of your “Weekly Growth — Summer Survival”. Snap a photo of your work, upload it here, and fill out the form below!