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January  •  Day 27

Don’t Drift

Day 27 of 365  •  FAITH

He dies for lack of discipline, and because of his great folly he is led astray.

Proverbs 5:23 (ESV)

Proverb Truth

Very few people drift toward a better life.

Drift almost always takes us in the opposite direction. That’s true spiritually, physically, financially, and relationally.

Neglect is subtle. You miss a few days of prayer. You stop investing in your marriage. You put off important conversations. Nothing dramatic happens.

Until one day you realize you’ve drifted farther than you ever intended.

The good news is that God specializes in bringing wandering people home.

Jesus in Action

Jesus often spoke about shepherds searching for lost sheep.

Because God’s heart has always been about restoration.

Forged Wisdom

Seneca wrote: “While we are postponing, life speeds by.”

Drift happens slowly. So does returning.

The No Limits Challenge

Return to one habit you’ve neglected. Start again.

Prayer

Father, if I’ve drifted, draw me back. Help me remain faithful in the small things that keep my heart close to You. Amen.

Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

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