Mark 2:21-22

Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this heart-transforming devotional. Pattern yourself after Christ. Let God mature you. Through your submission to Christ, let His Word rule and shape your heart and character. Choose to make the daily decision to follow Christ and submit to His Word in every area of your life. Let God transform your heart as you read this timely message.

In this YouVersion plan, Mike Kai takes us through three key areas of focus from the story of Queen Sheba’s visit to Solomon. From this biblical narrative, we can draw conclusions of how we should approach excellence, how we can learn from others, and how we can leave a lasting legacy. Let’s get started!

How do you view fasting? Is it punishment, deprivation, or torture? Jesus said that his disciples would get into the habit of fasting. The Pharisees also fasted regularly but in a religious way. Jesus came to introduce a new type of fasting: fasting for love of Him. It's a search for intimacy. Let's discover together how fasting develops our communion with our Beloved.

Explore the parables of the bridegroom, new patches, and wineskins, discovering profound truths about not missing, mixing, or playing Jesus in our lives. Engage in self-reflection and prayer, inviting a fresh perspective and surrender to the transformative power of Jesus.