7-Day Devotional Blog: Liberty to the Captives













Day 1: Isaiah 61:1–3 (Old Testament)

Scripture:

“The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor…”

Isaiah’s prophecy foreshadows Jesus’ mission of liberation. It reminds us that God’s heart is for the poor, the brokenhearted, and the captives.

Identify one way you can bring hope to someone in need today.

Day 2: Luke 4:18–19 (Gospel)

Scripture:

“He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind…”

Jesus’ mission is holistic—addressing both spiritual and physical needs.

Volunteer at a local shelter or food bank.

Day 3: Matthew 25:31–46 (Gospel)

Scripture:

“Whatever you did for one of the least of these, you did for me.”

Jesus identifies with the marginalized. Our acts of compassion are acts of worship.

Donate to a ministry that serves the poor.

Day 4: James 2:1–9 (Letters to the Churches)

Scripture:

“Has not God chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith?”

God values the poor and calls us to do the same.

Examine your attitudes toward the poor and commit to treating everyone with dignity.

Day 5: Revelation 21:1–5 (New Testament)

Scripture:

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain…”

The new heaven and new earth offer ultimate hope for restoration.

Share the hope of the gospel with someone in need.

Day 6: Acts 2:44–45 (New Testament)

Scripture:

“All the believers were together and had everything in common…”

The early church modeled radical generosity.

Consider how you can contribute to the needs of others in your church or community.

Day 7: Psalm 82:3–4 (Old Testament)

Scripture:

“Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed.”

God calls us to advocate for justice.

Advocate for policies that promote economic justice.

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