Day 4 | Put God First Challange

The Put God First Challenge

Day 4: Jesus, the Messiah

Day 4: Jesus, the Messiah Prayer

Father,

Today, I reflect on the greatest gift You have given Jesus, the Messiah. From the very beginning, You had a plan to redeem the world, and You fulfilled every promise through Him. He wasn’t just another teacher or prophet; He was and is the Savior, the One anointed to set captives free, heal the brokenhearted, and proclaim the good news of Your kingdom (Isaiah 61:1-2). Thank You for sending Jesus, not as a distant ruler, but as Emmanuel—God with us.

Jesus, You came in humility, born in a manger, walking among us, feeling our struggles, and carrying our burdens. You are the Word made flesh (John 1:14), the light that darkness cannot overcome. You lived a perfect life, showed boundless compassion, and gave Yourself as a sacrifice for my sins. I am in awe that the One who holds all things together (Colossians 1:17) would step into my brokenness and call me into Your grace.

There are times when I forget the magnitude of who You are. I reduce You to someone who simply helps me in hard times, rather than recognizing You as the King of kings, the fulfillment of God’s promises, the very source of life. But today, I want to fix my eyes on You. I want to worship You for who You truly are—my Redeemer, my hope, my salvation.

Jesus, You declared in Luke 4 that You came to bring freedom, healing, and restoration. I need that in my life. Break the chains that hold me back from fully following You. Heal the wounds in my heart that keep me from trusting You completely. Remind me that Your mission was not just for the world, but for me personally. You came so that I could have life—real, abundant, eternal life.

Thank You for being the fulfillment of every promise. Thank You for being my Savior, my Messiah, my constant hope. Let my heart overflow with gratitude, and let my life reflect the truth of who You are. I trust in You, Jesus. I choose to follow You today and always.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.