Ten Minutes in the Story

Day 1 — Creation & Incarnation

Read: Genesis 1:1–5; 26–31 → John 1:1–5; 14

Reflect: Where do you notice God’s creative intention today?

Practice: 5‑minute “creation pause”: name 3 living things; commit to care for one.

Prayer: “Creator God, open my eyes to your life around me.”

Day 2 — Covenant & Promise

Read: Genesis 12:1–3; 15:1–6 → Galatians 3:6–9, 14–16

Reflect: Which promise gives you courage?

Practice: Write one short promise to keep this week to someone in need.

Prayer: “God of promise, make me faithful in small things.”

Day 3 — Law & Love

Read: Exodus 20:1–21 → Matthew 5:17–20

Reflect: How does law guide you into love?

Practice: Two‑minute exams: name one correction and one mercy today.

Prayer: “Teach us, Lord, to let law guide us into love.”

Day 4 — Prophetic Justice & Gospel Mercy

Read: Amos 5:21–24 or Isaiah 58:6–12 → Matthew 25:31–46

Reflect: Where is God calling you to act for justice?

Practice: Take one 5–8 minute step: call, donate, sign up, or message a partner.

Prayer: “God of justice, give us courage to love with action.”

Day 5 — Lament & Hope

Read: Psalm 13 or Psalm 22 → Romans 8:18–25

Reflect: What are you grieving and where is hope present?

Practice: Write a one‑paragraph lament; end with one sentence of hope.

Prayer: “Hold our grief, God, and kindle hope.”

Day 6 — Wisdom & Discipleship

Read: Proverbs 3:1–12 or Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 → Matthew 7:24–29 or James 1:22–27

Reflect: What practical wisdom do you need this week?

Practice: Try one short habit (listening, restraint, generosity) for 24 hours.

Prayer: “Grant us wisdom to live what we learn.”

Day 7 — Restoration & Sending

Read: Isaiah 61:1–3 or Joel 2:21–27 → Acts 2:42–47; John 20:19–23

Reflect: How has this week shaped your mission and belonging?

Practice: Commit to one ongoing action that integrates consolation + service; tell one person.

Prayer: “Send us, Spirit, to embody restoration and welcome.”