Devotions on F.I.R.E. Year OneSample

Then He appointed twelve, that they might be with Him and that He might send them out to preach (Mark 3:14).

Are you close to God?

God desires intimacy with His people. He arranges the encampment around the tabernacle, which makes Him central to Israel. Moses writes, “Everyone of the children of Israel shall camp by his own standard” (Numbers 2:2). The Lord chooses Israel to fellowship with Him and as a light to the nations. Jesus also calls His apostles to Himself. Mark pens, “And He went up on the mountain and called to Him those He Himself wanted” (Mark 3:13). The verb “called” occurs in the middle voice and shows Jesus picking them for His purpose. We should pursue an intimate relationship with Jesus since He calls us to Himself. Like Paul, let’s say, “that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection” (Philippians 3:10).

Employment Point: Stay close to God and faithfully proclaim His Word.