City Devotional Joel McMillan

From time to time your city will experience immense pressure from within and without. Stand up and fight for what is right in the Lord’s eye. Give your leaders the benefit of the doubt until proven otherwise. Even then, if they repent, forgive them and help them in your city heal. Recommended reading: Job 17-20. The public release clearance of this publication by the Department of Defense does not imply Department of Defense endorsement or factual accuracy of the material.

Make a list of several maintenance aspects of your city; evaluate the level of corruption in the prevalence of sexual sins, pride, and greed and find ways to fix problems while they were small. Recommended reading: Job 14-16. The public release clearance of this publication by the Department of Defense does not imply Department of Defense endorsement or factual accuracy of the material.

Be careful never to say “This is the mighty [name of city], it can handle anything” or this is [name of country], she can conquer all comers.” Instead humbly hold your city as a temporary blessing. Recommended reading: Job 10-13. The public release clearance of this publication by the Department of Defense does not imply Department of Defense endorsement or factual accuracy of the material.

If your city is already an oasis for travelers, continue to keep the light on and the water running so weary travelers can find refuge in your city. Recommended reading: Job 6-9. The public release clearance of this publication by the Department of Defense does not imply Department of Defense endorsement or factual accuracy of the material.

Rejoice when your city suffers, counting on God who builds splendor on the ruins of tragedy. You, your children and even your grandchildren may one day enjoy the splendor of a city that bonds through a tragedy and grows ever brighter. Honor the one who loves you through your trials. Recommended reading: Job 1-5. The public release clearance of this publication by the Department of Defense does not imply Department of Defense endorsement or factual accuracy of the material.

Examine your motives and those of others in your city when you construct a monument, skyscraper, tower or other symbol. Are you building it to make a name for yourself or to honor God? Recommended reading: Genesis 8-11. The public release clearance of this publication by the Department of Defense does not imply Department of Defense endorsement or factual accuracy of the material.