Munford Baptist Church

06/10/2026

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

Title: Most of God’s Will Is Already Written

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

“Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise people but as wise.” (Ephesians 5:15)

Many believers spend a great deal of time asking, “What is God’s will for my life?” We often think of God’s will as something hidden that we must somehow discover. Yet Paul connects God’s will directly to wisdom and obedience.

The reality is that most of God’s will is not hidden, it is already written in His Word.

God’s will is that we love Him, love people, pursue holiness, forgive others, serve faithfully, and make disciples. The challenge is often not discovering God’s will but choosing to obey what He has already made clear.

Paul tells us to walk carefully and make the most of our time because the days are evil. Wise people understand that every decision has a direction. Every habit is taking us somewhere. Every day is shaping the people we are becoming.

God’s wisdom saves us from unnecessary pain. It protects relationships. It guards our testimony. It helps us invest our lives in things that truly matter.

This week, don’t simply ask God to show you His will. Ask Him to help you obey the will He has already revealed.

Coaching Questions:
1. Is there an area where you know what God wants you to do but have been hesitant to obey?
2. How can you intentionally seek God’s wisdom through His Word, His people, and His presence this week?

Prayer:
Father, thank You for not leaving us without direction. Your Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Give me wisdom to make decisions that honor You. Help me redeem my time and walk carefully in a way that reflects Your will. Strengthen me to obey what You have already shown me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

06/09/2026

Don’t forget we have a fellowship lunch this Sunday! Dress for Sunday is casual and the church will provide the bread for sandwiches, please bring toppings, chips, drinks and desserts. We are looking forward to a great day!

06/08/2026

Munford Baptist Church is honored to provide a place for our community to receive help during this challenging time.

On Wednesday, June 10, from 12:00 PM–4:00 PM, a business consultant will be available at Munford Baptist Church to assist individuals affected by the Legacy closure.

Services available will include:
• Resume review and updating
• Employment guidance
• Job leads and networking opportunities
• Assistance connecting with potential employers

If you or someone you know has been displaced and is looking for employment, we encourage you to stop by.

As a church, we care deeply about our community and want to help connect people with resources that can make a difference during difficult seasons. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post.

📍 Munford Baptist Church
🕛 Wednesday, June 10 | 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

“Carry one another’s burdens; in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” — Galatians 6:2

06/08/2026

MONDAY DEVOTIONAL

Title: What’s Growing in Your Life?

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-10

“For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light.” (Ephesians 5:8)

One of the most encouraging truths in this passage is that Paul does not say we were merely in darkness. He says we were darkness. Yet because of Christ, we are now light in the Lord. That is not behavior modification, it is transformation.

Think about what happens when light enters a room. Darkness disappears. Light reveals what was hidden. Light makes growth possible. In the same way, the presence of Christ changes everything about a person. His light begins exposing sinful attitudes, unhealthy habits, selfish motives, and misplaced priorities. While that process can be uncomfortable, it is also evidence that God is at work.

Many people want spiritual growth without spiritual exposure. We want the fruit of righteousness without allowing God to reveal the areas that need attention. But healthy things grow in the light.

As you move through your week, ask yourself: Is Christ’s light revealing anything in me that needs to change? Is there an area where I have become comfortable with something that does not honor Him?

God’s goal is not simply to make you better. His goal is to make you more like Jesus.

Coaching Questions:

1. What is one area of your life where Christ’s light is currently exposing something that needs attention?
2. What practical step can you take this week to walk more fully in the light?

Prayer:

Father, thank You for bringing me out of darkness and into Your marvelous light. Help me not to resist Your work in my life. Reveal anything that dishonors You and give me the courage to respond in obedience. May the fruit of goodness, righteousness, and truth continue to grow in my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

06/07/2026

Connecting Questions

What Fills a Family
Ephesians 5:8–21

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1. Read & Reflect

(For group life or family discussion)

1. Read Ephesians 5:8–21 together. What stands out to you most about the kind of life Paul describes?
2. Paul says, “You were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord” (v.😎. How does that statement describe more than a change in behavior?
3. According to this passage, what role do wisdom and the Spirit play in shaping a Christ-centered home?
4. Which truth from Sunday’s message stood out most to you?
Transformation into a person of light
Pursuit of God’s wisdom
Continual filling of the Spirit

2. Ask the Right Questions

(Personal reflection and heart-level application)

1. What is currently influencing and shaping your life the most? Would the people closest to you say you are being shaped by Christ?
2. Are there areas of darkness—habits, attitudes, thoughts, or influences—that Christ’s light needs to expose and transform?
3. When facing decisions, do you intentionally seek God’s wisdom through His Word, His people, and His presence, or do you mostly rely on your own understanding?
4. Which evidence of Spirit-filling is most evident in your life right now—and which one needs the most growth: encouraging words, worshipful hearts, grateful attitudes, or humble relationships?

3. Let’s Go Deeper

(A deeper look at light, wisdom, and the Spirit-filled life)

1. Christ Is the Light That Changes Us

Ephesians 5:8–14 — Walk as children of light.
John 8:12 — Jesus is the Light of the World.
John 1:9 — The true Light came into the world.

👉 Christians do not merely walk in the light; they have become people of light because they belong to Christ.

2. Wisdom Is More Than Knowledge

Ephesians 5:15–17 — Understand what the Lord’s will is.
Proverbs 8:22–31 — Wisdom ultimately points to Christ.
James 1:5 — God gives wisdom generously.

👉 Biblical wisdom is skillful obedience—knowing God’s will and living it out.

3. The Spirit-Filled Life Is a Continual Reality

Ephesians 5:18–21 — “Be filled by the Spirit.”
The command is ongoing: keep being filled.
Paul contrasts being controlled by wine with being controlled by the Spirit.

👉 The question is not whether something influences you, but what influences you most.

4. How Can You Recognize a Spirit-Filled Life?

Compare:

Ephesians 5:19–21
Galatians 5:22–25

Notice the evidence:

Encouraging words
Worshipful hearts
Grateful attitudes
Humble relationships
Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control

👉 Spirit-filling is demonstrated less by dramatic experiences and more by transformed character and Christ-centered relationships.

Weekly Challenge
This week, intentionally make room for Christ to shape your life and home by walking in His light, pursuing His wisdom, and staying in step with His Spirit.

Weekly Prayer
Lord, fill us with Your presence so that our homes are marked by Your light, guided by Your wisdom, and shaped by the fruit of Your Spirit.

06/07/2026

What fills a family will eventually shape a family.

In Ephesians 5:8-21, Paul reminds us that godly families are shaped by the presence of Christ. When Christ fills our homes, He transforms us into people of light, leads us in His wisdom, and continually fills us with His Spirit.

Join us as we continue our “We Are Family” series with this message, “What Fills A Family.”

📖 Ephesians 5:8-21

Watch, be encouraged, and consider this question:

What is shaping your home today?

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06/05/2026

FRIDAY DEVOTIONAL

TITLE: Who Has Your Ear?

Scripture Focus: Ephesians 5:6 — “Let no one deceive you with empty arguments…”

Every day someone is discipling you.

That statement may sound surprising, but it is true. The voices we listen to shape the lives we live. Friends, coworkers, social media, podcasts, news, entertainment, and culture all compete for influence.

That is why Paul warns believers, “Let no one deceive you with empty arguments.”

The believers in Ephesus lived in a culture that celebrated many of the very things God condemned. The pressure was not simply to tolerate sin. The pressure was to embrace it and call it good.

Not much has changed.

Our culture is full of voices that challenge God’s wisdom and question God’s Word. Some are loud. Others are subtle. Most sound reasonable at first. That is what makes deception dangerous.

The enemy rarely begins with rebellion. He begins with confusion.

Paul reminds us that truth is not determined by popularity. God’s Word remains true whether culture applauds it or rejects it.

As followers of Jesus, we are called to love people deeply while refusing to abandon biblical truth. We can be compassionate without compromise and gracious without surrendering conviction.

As you head into the weekend, consider who has your ear. The voices that influence your thinking today will influence your decisions tomorrow.

Coaching Questions:
1. What voices most influence your thinking and worldview right now?
2. Are those influences drawing you closer to Christ or further from Him?

Prayer:
Father, help us recognize truth from error. Give us discernment in a world filled with competing voices. Surround us with godly community and help us remain anchored in Your Word. May our lives reflect Your truth, Your grace, and Your love. Amen.

06/04/2026

So many EXCITING things going on for our kids at MBC! We are so thankful for Ms Alex and Ms Rachel and all they do for our kids and families. JOIN US!
These events are for kids of all ages.

06/03/2026

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

TITLE: The Things That Don’t Belong in the House

Scripture Focus: Ephesians 5:3 — “But sexual immorality and any impurity or greed should not even be heard of among you, as is proper for saints.”

Every family has things they protect.

Parents lock doors. They set boundaries. They monitor influences. Not because they are trying to make life difficult, but because they care about what enters the home.

Paul uses similar language in Ephesians 5. After reminding believers who they are, he begins addressing what does and does not belong in God’s family.

Notice that Paul doesn’t simply list behaviors. He exposes heart issues. Sexual immorality, impurity, and greed all flow from the same source: wanting something more than we want God.

That is why greed is ultimately idolatry. It places something else on the throne of our hearts.

The challenge for us is that sin rarely announces itself as destructive. It usually presents itself as attractive, reasonable, or harmless. Yet every compromise slowly shapes the atmosphere of our lives.

Paul’s answer is surprising. Instead of greed and impurity, he points believers toward gratitude. Thankful hearts are less vulnerable to temptation because they are already focused on God’s goodness.

This week, spend less time thinking about what you lack and more time thanking God for what He has already provided. Gratitude is one of God’s tools for protecting our hearts.

Coaching Questions:
1. Is there an area of compromise that you have begun treating as normal?
2. How might practicing gratitude help you fight temptation in your life?

Prayer:
Father, thank You for Your goodness and provision. Guard our hearts from the lies of sin and teach us to treasure You above everything else. Help us pursue holiness, not because we are trying to earn Your love, but because we have already received it through Christ. Amen.