PRESENCE
(DAY 7 of 7) Audrey Ortiz
“Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” - Matthew 28:19–20 NLT
Think
As we come to the end of this year’s 21 days of prayer and fasting, the words of Jesus to His disciples after His resurrection ring true for us today. He had spent three years with them—teaching, guiding, and revealing the truths of the Father. He transformed and empowered them to fulfill their purpose: to continue the work He began. This work has given us the incredible blessing of becoming children of God, co-heirs with Christ, and co-laborers with the Holy Spirit.
This beautiful command wasn’t just for the apostles who walked with Jesus—it’s for every person who has been saved. Jesus invites us to know the Truth of His character, walk in the Way of His perfect will, and manifest His Life through love to everyone we encounter.
The best part? He promises we will never be alone. His final words in the book of Matthew are: “I am with you always.” That means the peace, power, and especially the presence we’ve experienced during these past days aren’t temporary. We can dwell in His presence every day, every moment—on good days and bad, in joy and sorrow, whether we feel surrounded or alone. He is always with us. He is Emmanuel—God with us.
What a wonderful promise!
This beautiful command wasn’t just for the apostles who walked with Jesus—it’s for every person who has been saved. Jesus invites us to know the Truth of His character, walk in the Way of His perfect will, and manifest His Life through love to everyone we encounter.
The best part? He promises we will never be alone. His final words in the book of Matthew are: “I am with you always.” That means the peace, power, and especially the presence we’ve experienced during these past days aren’t temporary. We can dwell in His presence every day, every moment—on good days and bad, in joy and sorrow, whether we feel surrounded or alone. He is always with us. He is Emmanuel—God with us.
What a wonderful promise!
Act
Read and meditate on these scriptures: Psalm 139:7–8, Psalm 16:11, Deuteronomy 31:8, Hebrews 13:5. Write them down and reflect on what they mean for your life.
Consider how you can grow in:
Consider how you can grow in:
- Knowing the Truth of His character
- Walking in the Way of His perfect will
- Manifesting His Life through love to those around you
Pray
Father, thank you for the purpose you created me for. I am honored and grateful. Help me as I seek to know you more, to walk before you faithfully, and to share your love with others. Make me aware of your presence and let me see you even in the smallest things. May I never forget that you are always with me, even to the end of the age. In Jesus’ name. Amen
Worship
Spend some time worshiping the Lord
Share
Finish Strong
You made it to Day 21. Before you move on, pause and mark what God has done. What’s different in you now? What did He speak, restore, or renew during these days? Share your testimony. This is how we remember God’s faithfulness, and how we carry what He’s done into the rest of the year.
We’ll be praying with you, and your story can build faith in others.
You made it to Day 21. Before you move on, pause and mark what God has done. What’s different in you now? What did He speak, restore, or renew during these days? Share your testimony. This is how we remember God’s faithfulness, and how we carry what He’s done into the rest of the year.
We’ll be praying with you, and your story can build faith in others.
You did it! We are celebrating with you for what God has done in your life!