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Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 2:1–3

Key Verse:

“Like newborn babies, long for the pure milk of the word, so that by it you may grow in respect to salvation, if you have tasted the kindness of the Lord.” – 1 Peter 2:2–3

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Devotional Thought

The Christian life often involves a balancing act between discipline and delight. Many believers have felt the tug-of-war between legalism—measuring spiritual worth by performance—and neglect—avoiding good habits out of fear of becoming legalistic.

Peter’s words remind us that our relationship with God should be marked by hunger for His Word, not obligation. A newborn doesn’t need to be persuaded to eat—it naturally craves nourishment. In the same way, our time in Scripture and prayer should flow from a heart transformed by the kindness of the Lord.

The problem comes when we let comparison become our motivator. Instead of asking, “Am I reading as much as they are?” we should be asking, “Am I feeding on God’s Word because I want more of Him?” Our standard is not another Christian, but Christ Himself.

When we taste His goodness, spiritual disciplines are no longer chores to check off—they become lifelines we can’t live without.

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Reflection Questions

1. Have you ever read the Bible or prayed more to “measure up” to others instead of out of love for God? What was the result?

2. In your current season of life, what does it look like to “long for the pure milk of the Word”?

3. What is one practical way you can shift from a performance mindset to a hunger-driven approach in your spiritual disciplines?

4. How might remembering “the kindness of the Lord” transform your motivation to seek Him?

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Prayer:

Father, guard my heart from both legalism and neglect. Teach me to crave Your Word because I long to know You more, not to impress anyone else. Let my time with You be marked by joy, not pressure—by hunger, not obligation. Amen.