Month 4 College Student Devotional

Cristal Mota
Nov 3
2 min read

Month 4: Advent & Closing the Semester

Preparing for Finals – Wisdom & Guidance from God
- James 1:5 – "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you."
- Proverbs 3:5-6 – "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
Christmas – The Gift of Jesus & Sharing His Love
- Isaiah 9:6 – "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace."
- John 3:16 – "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
Reflection & Growth – Looking Back at the Semester with God
- Lamentations 3:22-23 – "Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
- 2 Corinthians 13:5 – "Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves."
New Year, New Goals – Trusting God for What’s Next
- Philippians 3:13-14 – "Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."
- Psalm 37:5 – "Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this."

Heavenly Father,

As this semester comes to a close, I pause to thank You for Your faithfulness. Through every challenge, every lesson, and every moment of growth, You have been my strength and my guide.

As I prepare for finals, I ask for wisdom, focus, and endurance. Remind me that my efforts are not in vain and that with You, I can do all things. Help me to stay disciplined, to manage my time well, and to trust in Your peace rather than my own abilities.

As Christmas approaches, let my heart be filled with gratitude for the greatest gift—Jesus Christ. May I not only celebrate His birth but also share His love with those around me. Open my eyes to opportunities to be a light, whether through kindness, generosity, or simply reflecting Your grace.

Looking back on this semester, I see how You have worked in my life. You have strengthened me in moments of weakness, stretched my faith in new ways, and drawn me closer to You. Thank You for every lesson and every step of growth.

As the New Year begins, I commit my plans, goals, and future into Your hands. Lead me where You want me to go. Give me the courage to walk by faith and the confidence to trust that Your plans are always greater than my own.

Thank You for Your love, Your guidance, and the promise that You are with me in every season. I surrender all to You.

In Jesus' name, Amen.

🙏 Keep moving forward—God has great things ahead for you! ✨🎄🎓