AUGUST 13 - Chasing What Lasts
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 21:21; Hebrews 5–6
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Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor. — Proverbs 21:21
But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil. — Hebrews 5:14
We desire each one of you to show the same earnestness to have the full assurance of hope until the end, so that you may not be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherit the promises. — Hebrews 6:11–12
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Ever feel like life is a race with a finish line you can't see? School, friendships, goals, and expectations pile up, and it’s easy to get stuck chasing the wrong things—like popularity, perfection, or approval. But Proverbs 21:21 flips the script. It says if you chase righteousness and kindness, you'll actually find what your heart really wants: life, purpose, and honor.
The book of Hebrews, especially chapters 5 and 6, challenges us to grow up in our faith, not just snack on surface-level stuff, but dive deeper—learning to make wise choices and sticking with it even when things get hard. Following Jesus isn’t always easy, but it's always worth it.
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THINK ABOUT IT
1. What Are You Pursuing? Everyone is chasing something. Are your goals leading you closer to God or just making you tired? Proverbs 21:21 reminds us that chasing what matters—righteousness and kindness—leads to true reward.
2. Time to Grow Up: Hebrews 5 talks about moving from spiritual "milk" to "solid food." Are you still in the baby stage of faith, or are you training yourself to know right from wrong through God’s Word?
3. Stay Steady: Hebrews 6 tells us not to be lazy in our faith. Faith and patience are key. What does steady, patient trust in God look like in your life right now?
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BOTTOM LINE
A life that chases Jesus—filled with righteousness, kindness, and growing faith—is a life that finds real purpose and lasting joy. Don’t settle for less.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, help me to chase what really matters—righteousness, kindness, and a deeper walk with You. Grow my faith so I can move beyond just knowing about You to truly trusting and following You, even when it’s hard. Give me patience and strength to keep going when I feel stuck. I want to live a life that honors You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
