The Put God First Challenge

Day25: The Church

Acts 4

Ephesians 5

1 Corinthians 14

Hebrews 13

Prayer

Heavenly Father,

Thank you for the gift of the Church, the body of Christ, where we find belonging, encouragement, and a shared purpose. You did not call us to walk this journey of faith alone but to be united with other believers, growing together in love and truth. Your Word reminds us that the early Church devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer (Acts 2:42). May we be a people who prioritize these things, living as a reflection of Your love and grace.

Lord, You have designed each of us uniquely, giving us different gifts to build up the body (Ephesians 4:11-12). Help me to recognize my place in Your Church and to serve faithfully. Just as the body has many parts that work together, so we as believers are called to function in unity (1 Corinthians 12:12-14). Let me not undervalue the role I play or compare myself to others, but instead, embrace the purpose You have for me within Your kingdom (Romans 12:4-5).

I pray for the Church as a whole that we would be a people who love one another deeply, just as Jesus commanded (John 13:34-35). May our gatherings be filled with Your presence, for You have said that where two or more are gathered in Your name, You are there among them (Matthew 18:20). Let our words and actions reflect the compassion, humility, and forgiveness that You have shown us (Colossians 3:16).

Father, strengthen the bonds of unity within Your Church. In a world that seeks to divide, may we be peacemakers who encourage and build one another up (Hebrews 10:24-25). Let us bear each other’s burdens, walking alongside our brothers and sisters in both joy and sorrow (Galatians 6:2). Protect us from division, pride, and selfish ambition, and instead, fill us with the humility and love that Christ demonstrated (Philippians 2:1-2).

Help me to see the Church not just as a building but as a living, breathing community of believers, called to be a light to the world (1 Peter 2:9). May we be known for our generosity, our kindness, and our unwavering faith in You. When trials come, let us stand firm together, encouraging one another and pressing forward in hope. Let the Church not just be a place we attend, but a family we belong to—one that supports, corrects, and inspires us to grow deeper in our relationship with You.

Thank You, Lord, for calling me into Your family. Let me be faithful in showing up, in serving, in giving, and in loving others well. May I never take for granted the privilege of worshiping with my brothers and sisters, lifting Your name high together. Continue to build Your Church, Lord, and use me to be a part of what You are doing in this world.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.