HOW TO DO DEVOTIONS
Doing daily devotions re-patterns the way we think and transforms the spirit of the mind. Then, when we face similar situations as Jesus did, we being to respond in the same way.
As you read write out what verse(s) stick out to you.
What do you think God is saying in this scripture? What was He saying to the original audience? Why did He say what He said? Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you and reveal Jesus to you. Paraphrase and write this Scripture down in your own words.
Personalize what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to life right now. Perhaps, it is instructions, encouragement, revelation of a new promise or corrections for a particular area of your life. Write how this Scripture can apply today.
This can be a simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say! Now, write it out.