Guided by Faith: Daily Christian Devotions and Advice for Teens and Young Adults

Do you really care about God’s glory? In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay continues exploring the question, “Is Jesus really my King?” by challenging teens and young adults to examine whether their lives show that they care about God’s reputation, name, and glory. Philippians 2:9–11 teaches that Jesus has been highly exalted and that every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father. Jay uses the passion people have for their favorite sports teams and hobbies to illustrate how naturally we promote and celebrate the things we love. If Jesus truly is King, then our passion should ultimately point beyond ourselves and toward God. Caring about God’s glory means being unashamed of following Jesus, being willing to identify as a Christian, and caring about how our words and actions reflect the character of God. Jay also challenges listeners to consider whether they are more concerned with their own glory than God’s glory. If the evidence of your life shows that you have been focused primarily on yourself, that is an opportunity for repentance and a renewed commitment to live for Jesus. Ask yourself today: Do I genuinely care about God’s glory, and does my life show it?

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Is Jesus really your King, or is He simply your Savior? In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay challenges teens and young adults to examine whether their faith is truly their own and whether the evidence of their lives shows that Jesus is Lord. Colossians 1:13–14 reminds us that God has rescued us from the domain of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, giving us redemption and forgiveness. It is easy to think of Christianity as simply asking Jesus to save us so we can go to heaven, but Scripture calls us to recognize Jesus as both Savior and King. Jay encourages you to honestly examine your thoughts, desires, choices, conversations, and priorities and ask whether they demonstrate that Jesus is truly in charge of your life. When we discover areas where we have been living as our own king, the answer is repentance: turning away from ourselves and turning toward Jesus. Following Jesus means more than feeling bad about sin. It means changing direction and submitting our lives to the rightful King. As this week begins, take some time to ask yourself: Is Jesus really my King, and what evidence in my life shows it?

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What do you do when you need to make an important decision but cannot find a clear answer in Scripture or know exactly how Jesus would respond? In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay brings the week’s conversation about determining right and wrong to a close by exploring three gifts God has given believers for navigating difficult decisions: the Holy Spirit, our conscience, and a wise community of believers. Jay explains how the Holy Spirit guides and reminds us of Jesus’ teaching, how our conscience can serve as an important warning when it is sensitive to God’s truth, and why seeking wise counsel is an essential part of Christian maturity. Drawing from Proverbs 11:14, Jay encourages teens and young adults to welcome guidance from godly parents, mentors, spiritual leaders, and trusted believers who can offer wisdom and perspectives we may not see for ourselves. Whether you are making decisions about relationships, education, career, or other major life choices, you do not have to figure everything out alone. Learn how listening to the Holy Spirit, paying attention to your conscience, and seeking an abundance of wise counsel can help you grow in wisdom, practice what is right, and pursue a life that honors God.

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How do you know what God wants you to do when the Bible does not give you a specific rule for every situation? In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay explains why God’s Word is more than just a rulebook and how Scripture provides both clear commands and practical wisdom for making godly decisions. While the Bible contains definitive moral standards, not every Old Testament regulation applies directly to Christians today, so believers also need to understand the difference between specific rules, biblical principles, and wisdom. Jay encourages teens and young adults to look first to God and Jesus, then search Scripture for clear instructions that apply to their situation, and finally look for wisdom through books such as Proverbs, Psalms, Ecclesiastes, the Gospels, and the New Testament. By developing a daily habit of reading and meditating on Scripture, you can become better equipped to discern right from wrong, navigate difficult decisions, and pursue what is good and true. When you are unsure what to do, go to God’s Word and look not only for rules, but for the wisdom and guidance that help you live faithfully.

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How do you determine what is right and wrong when culture, feelings, and human opinions can be misleading? In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay points teens and young adults to Jesus as the ultimate example of goodness, holiness, truth, and righteousness. Because Jesus is God in human form, we can look at His life in Scripture to see what it looks like to live according to God’s standard while navigating the same kinds of relationships and challenges we face today. Jay explores how Jesus consistently upheld truth and righteousness while showing genuine love and mercy to sinners, reminding us that loving someone does not require affirming sinful choices. Through the example of Jesus and the wisdom of Micah 6:8, Jay encourages listeners to pursue justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. When you are unsure how to live rightly, look to Jesus and discover what biblical goodness looks like in action.

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