4/20/25 Remembering Your First Love

Takeaway: Recalling the joy of your salvation.

Opening Prayer (Sunday)

Lord, this is Your day, and I come before You with a heart of worship. Prepare me to hear Your voice, to grow in faith, and to reflect Your love in all I do. Be glorified in my life today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Reflection

We all probably can remember a time when our love for God felt fresh, vibrant, and all-consuming. We couldn’t wait to spend time in His Word, worship was an experience of deep connection, and prayer felt as natural as breathing. But over time, the pressures of life, distractions, and even the routine of faith can dim that initial passion.

King David, the writer of Psalm 51, knew this feeling well. After his great failure with Bathsheba, he realized that his sin had not only distanced him from God but had also stolen his joy. He didn’t just ask for forgiveness—he pleaded for restoration. He longed to return to the joy he once knew when his heart was fully devoted to God.

Spiritual passion doesn’t fade in an instant. It happens gradually, often without us noticing until we feel spiritually dry. If you feel distant from the joy you once had, know that God is always ready to welcome you back. He delights in restoring His children.

God doesn’t just want your obedience—He desires your love. He is not far off, but near, ready to restore the joy you once had. Take time today to remember, repent, and return to your first love. The joy of salvation is never truly lost—it is simply waiting for you to reclaim it.

Question

In what ways have distractions, routine, or struggles dulled your spiritual passion over time?

Application

• Reflect on Your Journey. Take a moment to remember the time when you first experienced salvation. Journaling about that time or reading past prayers can help rekindle that passion.

• Repent and Realign. Ask Him to reveal anything that has taken His place in your heart.

• Rediscover God’s Word. Approach it as though you are hearing God’s voice afresh. Meditate on verses that remind you of His love and faithfulness.

Closing Prayer

Lord, I come before You with an open heart, longing to return to the joy I once knew in You. Forgive me for allowing distractions, sin, and complacency to dull my love for You. Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, and renew a right spirit within me. Fill me with fresh passion, that I may seek You not out of duty, but out of deep love. Help me to delight in Your presence once again. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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