Comfort, Day 6: Safe to Leave the Old Behind

Saturday, November 14

Scripture: "Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men." Philippians 2:5-7 (NKJV)

Reflection:
Jesus had every right to stay in the glory of the Father. Instead He stooped down, took the form of a servant, and carried our sin to the cross. Pastor Tyler put it this way: "He made Himself uncomfortable so that we may know His comfort."

That is the kind of comfort the gospel offers. It doesn't leave us where we are. "The encouragement of the gospel doesn't make people comfortable in their sins. Rather, it makes them feel comfortable or safe to leave their old ways behind."

Pastor Tyler shared a phrase he said Jesus spoke to his heart while he was praying: "My presence is a safe place to grow, and My church is a safe place to go." Then he added, "But it's not safe for you to stay the same."

You don't have to get it right the first time. A toddler learning to walk falls down, and nobody calls them a false walker. "If you stumble and fall, we're right here to pick you up and dust you off."

Question: What old habit or way of thinking is God inviting you to leave behind, now that you know you are safe with Him?

Practice: Write down one old way you are ready to leave behind, and pray about it tonight, on your own or with someone you trust.

Prayer: Jesus, You left Your comfort so I could know Yours. Give me courage to leave the old behind and grow in Your presence. Amen.

This devotional is part of Comfort, from Pastor Tyler Worley’s message on November 8, 2026. Watch the full message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzOPRVKVADE