Weekly Practice 5/18/26
Make every effort to do or reflect upon this week’s practice with others.
Scriptures
Acts 1:15-26 NLT
During this time, when about 120 believers were together in one place, Peter stood up and addressed them. “Brothers,” he said, “the Scriptures had to be fulfilled concerning Judas, who guided those who arrested Jesus. This was predicted long ago by the Holy Spirit, speaking through King David. Judas was one of us and shared in the ministry with us.”
(Judas had bought a field with the money he received for his treachery. Falling headfirst there, his body split open, spilling out all his intestines. The news of his death spread to all the people of Jerusalem, and they gave the place the Aramaic name Akeldama, which means “Field of Blood.”)
Peter continued, “This was written in the book of Psalms, where it says, ‘Let his home become desolate, with no one living in it.’ It also says, ‘Let someone else take his position.’
“So now we must choose a replacement for Judas from among the men who were with us the entire time we were traveling with the Lord Jesus— from the time he was baptized by John until the day he was taken from us. Whoever is chosen will join us as a witness of Jesus’ resurrection.”
So they nominated two men: Joseph called Barsabbas (also known as Justus) and Matthias. Then they all prayed, “O Lord, you know every heart. Show us which of these men you have chosen as an apostle to replace Judas in this ministry, for he has deserted us and gone where he belongs.” Then they cast lots, and Matthias was selected to become an apostle with the other eleven.
Matthew 6:31-34 NLT
“So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.
“So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.
Practice
Say “Yes” Today
Maybe you know exactly what God is calling you to do right now, and you’re actively partnering with him. If so, keep at it! But maybe you find yourself unsure. Maybe you haven’t really taken the time to pay attention and listen. Or maybe you have, and you’re still coming up short. The disciples were waiting for the Holy Spirit. They didn’t really know what to expect. Not exactly. In the meantime, though, they pray and feel led to replace Judas. A small “yes” as they wait for the big thing Jesus prepared them for.
This week, take saying “yes” to God one day at a time. If he gives you something bigger than that, awesome. But it’s when we take our eyes off of daily abiding in his love and direction that we usually lose the way. Consider starting each day by asking:
How can I seek your Kingdom today?
How can I live righteously today?
Wide Awake
If you missed this last Sunday, our friend Jed Johnson shared about the ministry he and his wife, Kim, started in Ukraine in 2013. The mission of Wide Awake International is to bring dignity, love, and hope to boys and men with disabilities in the Zhytomyr region of Ukraine. Wide Awake is one of the ministries Trellis partners with through financial support. Here are some other ways we can support them:
Prayer—For the Johnson family, for their team, for their work, for the boys and men they serve, for Ukraine.
Stay Connected—Sign up for their newsletter to learn more and get updates.
Donate—Consider supporting Wide Awake financially.
We’ll be sharing some other ways to partner with Wide Awake in the coming weeks!
