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NCC Daily Devotion: Week of 3/17/2025

  Day 1: First Steps of Faith Devotional Every significant journey begins with a single step. Just as Neil Armstrong's historic moon landing required countless preparatory steps, our journey of faith starts with our first step toward Jesus. That initial step might seem small - perhaps attending a church service, opening a Bible, or having a conversation about faith - but it marks the beginning of an extraordinary adventure with God. The beauty of this journey is that Jesus is actively seeking us even before we take that first step. He's not waiting passively; He's pursuing us with intentional love and purpose. When we understand that Jesus came specifically to seek and save us, it transforms our perspective on faith from a mere religious practice to a personal relationship with a God who deeply desires connection with us. Bible Verse 'For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.' - Luke 19:10 Reflection Question Think back to your first meaningful encounter...
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NCC Daily Devotion: Week of 3/3/2025

  Day 1: When Fear Takes Control Devotional Fear can be a powerful force that drives us to make choices we later regret. King Saul's story begins with promise but takes a tragic turn when he allows fear to govern his decisions. Like many of us, Saul faced legitimate challenges and threats. However, instead of turning to God, he let his fears spiral into terror, leading him away from trust in God's provision. We might not face a literal giant like Goliath, but we all encounter situations that can overwhelm us with fear - whether it's financial uncertainty, health concerns, or relationship struggles. The good news is that we don't have to let fear have the final word. God offers us a better way through His perfect love. Bible Verse 'There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment.' - 1 John 4:18 Reflection Question What fears are currently driving your decisions, and how might those decisions change if you fully em...
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