Sturgeon Baptist Church

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Connect with God through today’s devotional!
https://www.odbm.org/en/devotionals/devotional-category/Running-to-God-in-Prayer?ts=1780617600000

📖 Read: Jonah 2:1-10

🙏 Receive: "Dear God, thank You for the rescue You alone provide."

❓Respond: Why do you sometimes run from God? How can you run to Him today?

06/05/2026

Our 2026 CBA Mission Trip will be unique! Instead of traveling across the country, we’re traveling across the county!

We’ll be serving our brothers and sisters at Pleasant Woods Baptist Church in Salisbury, helping them build a new sanctuary!

Our trip dates are June 29-July 3.

If you plan to go on mission with us, plan to attend the Mission Trip Planning meeting THIS SUNDAY, 4:00PM at Immanuel Baptist in Moberly.

06/05/2026

Verse of the day

06/05/2026

🏗️ 2.5 miles. 52 days. NO modern equipment. When EVERYONE gets involved in God's work, the impossible becomes possible! Nehemiah's wall wasn't just built with stones—it was built with unified hearts serving God's purpose. Are you sitting on the sidelines or are you IN THE GAME? 💪

06/05/2026

Devotional -- Get Off the Sidelines

One of the most remarkable aspects of rebuilding Jerusalem's wall was that everyone participated. It wasn't just Nehemiah and a few dedicated workers - entire families, different professions, and people from various backgrounds all contributed to the project. The wall was completed in an incredible 52 days because nobody sat on the sidelines. This challenges us to examine our own involvement in God's work. Are you actively participating in what God is doing, or are you just observing from a distance? Are you one of the horses pulling the stagecoach, or are you just riding along? God has given each of us unique gifts, talents, and opportunities to make a difference. Your contribution might seem small compared to others, but it's essential to the bigger picture. Maybe you're called to encourage others, serve behind the scenes, give generously, or use your professional skills for kingdom purposes. Whatever it is, God needs you in the game, not on the bench. The work of building God's kingdom requires all hands on deck.

Bible Verse
'Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.' - Philippians 1:6

Reflection Question
In what specific ways are you actively participating in God's work, and where might He be calling you to get more involved?

Prayer
God, show me how You want me to actively participate in Your work. Help me to use the gifts and opportunities You've given me to make a difference for Your kingdom. AMEN

06/04/2026

Connect with God through today’s devotional!
https://www.odbm.org/en/devotionals/devotional-category/Freedom-in-Gods-Love

📖 Read: 1 John 1:5-9; 2:7-10

🙏 Receive: "Dear God, thank You that the guilt I carry doesn’t exclude me from experiencing Your beauty and grace. Please help me find freedom in Your love today."

❓Respond: What does it mean for you to accept God’s grace for your guilt?

06/04/2026

Verse of the Day

06/04/2026

Devotional -- Before You Act, Pray

In our fast-paced world, we're often tempted to react immediately when we see problems. Nehemiah shows us a better way. When his heart broke for Jerusalem, he didn't immediately start making plans or rushing into action. Instead, he spent days in prayer, fasting, and seeking God's heart. This wasn't procrastination - it was preparation. Prayer changes us before it changes our circumstances. When we bring our burdens to God first, we align our hearts with His will and receive His wisdom for the path ahead. Nehemiah's honest, humble prayer opened the door for God to work through him in extraordinary ways. He praised God, confessed sins, asked for guidance, and yielded to God's sovereignty. How different would our responses be if we consistently included God in our plans from the very beginning? Instead of forming our own strategies and asking God to bless them, we could seek His battle plan first. This foundation of prayer doesn't guarantee an easy path, but it ensures we're walking in God's strength rather than our own.

Bible Verse
'When I heard these things, I sat down and wept. For some days I mourned and fasted and prayed before the God of heaven. Then I said: "Lord, the God of heaven, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments, let your ear be attentive and your eyes open to hear the prayer your servant is praying before you day and night for your servants, the people of Israel."' - Nehemiah 1:4-6

Reflection Question
How often do you include God in your plans from the very beginning, rather than asking Him to bless decisions you've already made?

Prayer
God, help me to seek Your heart and direction before I act. Teach me to be honest and humble in prayer, bringing all my burdens to You first. AMEN