Stand Firm: Trusting Jesus in Hard Times
Tuesday, November 19th: Luke 21:5-19
Bible Verse:
“But not a hair of your head will perish. Stand firm, and you will win life.”
— Luke 21:18-19 (EHV)
Devotion:
In this passage, Jesus is telling His disciples that hard times are coming. He talks about big, scary things like wars and earthquakes, but He also gives them a promise: If they stay strong and trust Him, He will keep them safe. Jesus tells them to stand firm in their faith, and He promises that they will win eternal life.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes things happen that scare us or make us feel unsure. But just like Jesus told His disciples, we can trust Him. He is always with us, and when we stand firm in our faith, we know that He will keep us safe. Jesus promises us eternal life with Him, and that’s the best promise of all.
Questions to think about:
1. What does it mean to “stand firm” in your faith?
2. How can you trust Jesus when things seem scary or hard?
3. What is the promise Jesus gives to those who stand firm?
Prayer:
Dear Jesus, thank You for always being with me. Help me to stand firm in my faith and trust You, no matter what happens. Amen.
Activity Idea:
Draw a picture of you standing firm in your faith, with Jesus by your side.
Full Bible Reference:
“Some of his disciples were remarking about how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and with gifts dedicated to God. But Jesus said, ‘As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one of them will be thrown down.’ ‘Teacher,’ they asked, ‘when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?’ He replied, ‘Watch out that you are not deceived. For many will come in my name, claiming, “I am he,” and, “The time is near.” Do not follow them. When you hear of wars and uprisings, do not be frightened. These things must happen first, but the end will not come right away.’ Then he said to them: ‘Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be great earthquakes, famines and pestilences in various places, and fearful events and great signs from heaven. But before all this, they will seize you and persecute you. They will hand you over to synagogues and put you in prison, and you will be brought before kings and governors, and all on account of my name. And so you will bear testimony to me. But make up your mind not to worry beforehand how you will defend yourselves. For I will give you words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict. You will be betrayed even by parents, brothers and sisters, relatives and friends, and they will put some of you to death. Everyone will hate you because of me. But not a hair of your head will perish. Stand firm, and you will win life.’”
— Luke 21:5-19 (EHV)