Holy Bible Online Daily Devotional
A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.
Today's Devotional
You reap what you sow!
Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.
Galatians 6:7
The big warning in this verse highlights the deception of thinking we can cheat God. The example of sowing gives a very clear lesson: everyone receives the fruits of what they have sown. Every new day we have the opportunity to do good, and with help from the Spirit of God, we can plant good things. But whether we do or not is a personal decision...
The Bible shows us countless examples of justice and the consequences of one's behavior. In order to sow well, we need to decide which seeds to plant and in which soil. It's all a matter of choice! Plant good seeds in fertile soil and you're sure to reap good rewards.
Start planting good seeds today:
- Observe what kind of seed you've been sowing. If you've been sowing badly and reaping what you don't like, maybe it's time to change your attitude. Start by asking God for forgiveness.
- Review how you've been acting (with God, family, work, friends, etc.) and aim to always plant good seeds, moved by God.
- Pray that your seeds may bless the lives of people other than yourself.
- Sow good seeds today in a practical way (be kind, be grateful, help someone, forgive, show love).
- Look in the Bible to see how you can plant in a way that pleases God.
- Talk to brothers and sisters in Christ and try to share your desire to produce good fruit for God.
Pray:
Dear God, you know my attitude. No one can hide from you and there's no deceiving you. Forgive my bad intentions and the wrong decisions I've made so far. Help me to always plant good seeds. May I always take advantage of opportunities to sow good things in other people's lives. Thank you for helping and teaching me to harvest good fruit that pleases you. In Jesus' name. Amen.
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Yesterday's Devotional
Have an encounter with the Word of God today
Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the secretary, “I have found the Book of the Law in the temple of the Lord.” He gave it to Shaphan, who read it.
2 Kings 22:8
When King Josiah began to reign in Israel, he was just a child and did not know the Law of God. Many years later, the Book of the Law was found in the temple and presented to the king. Upon hearing what it said, Josiah humbled himself and repented. He decided in his heart to fulfill everything that was written. The Bible tells us that he pleased the Lord by doing everything correctly.
How many of us would like to live in righteousness, bringing joy to the Lord?
Day by day we encounter choices and challenges, striving to steer our lives towards the best outcomes. Yet without a reliable compass, navigating life's waters becomes dangerous. Fortunately, the Lord has bestowed upon us His Word, a steadfast guide for our journey. Without embracing the Bible, how can we cultivate a personal relationship with Him? How can we bring Him satisfaction and joy?
The narrative of King Josiah serves as a powerful example of how we can proceed. Josiah did not know the Word of the Lord, but when he found it, he considered it valuable. He attentively listened, swiftly repented, humbled himself, and obediently acted.
We encourage you to have an encounter with the Word of God today!
Treasure it. Invest quality time each day to read and meditate on it. Reflect humbly, repent sincerely, and faithfully obey its guidance.
Getting started to know more today:
- Rediscover the Word of God during your day.
- Analyze the best time of your day to dedicate yourself to the attentive reading of the Bible.
- Disconnect from distractions! Go to a quiet place and enjoy God's knowledge.
- Pray and ask God to speak to your heart through His Word.
- Take notes of passages, reflections, and personal discoveries you make in your reading.
- Apply to your practical life everything you learn from the Word of God.
- Share with others the richness of this knowledge!
Let’s Pray:
Lord, thank you for revealing Yourself to us through Your Word! Help me to love and devote more time of my day to better know the Bible, reading, listening, meditating, and practicing it faithfully. Like King Josiah, may I have a humble, repentant, and obedient heart to the Lord, always ready to fulfill Your will expressed in the Scriptures. Amen!
Day Before Yesterday's Devotional
How can you tell?
"In the Lord I take refuge.
How then can you say to me:
“Flee like a bird to your mountain."?"Psalm 11:1
When the psalmist puts all his trust in God, he is sure that none of his enemies can get away with anything. David, the author of the psalm, doesn't think he's simply unbeatable, just as we shouldn't think that of ourselves, because every day we bear our own evil. But he is writing about God's justice, for he loves the righteous and hates the wicked.
Even if we suffer a lot in our lives, from terrible people, and we feel hurt, we can rest in God. This is because he is the righteous judge of all reality. His throne is in heaven and from there he sees everything that has ever happened.
If someone has stolen from you, humiliated you, cursed you or harmed you in any way, if they don't repent, God will bring them to judgement. And we face the same judgement, unless we repent of our sins and believe in Christ Jesus.
Practise justice!
- Read the whole of Psalm 11
- Reflect on and think about yourself, woul you describe yourself as righteous or wicked?
- Pray and trust God that He will bring you justice
Pray:
Lord God, my Father, and Jesus Christ my saviour, I ask you to protect me and keep me from all evil. When the wicked threaten me and terrorise my peace, may I be protected under their wings, safe from evil attacks. May I and my enemies repent of our sins, and be eternally at your side, Lord, for in Christ the sins of all mankind have been paid for. In Jesus' name, amen.
What is the Daily Devotional
The Daily Devotional is a special moment of your day that you dedicate to having a precious time of intimacy with God. It is very simple to establish an exciting routine of discovery and spiritual growth. You will achieve this by setting aside a moment each day to draw near to the Lord. During the Devotional, you will read a Bible verse with a meditation on the text. Then, you will meditate on the teachings and how to apply them in your life. In the end, you can pray.
How to do your Daily Devotional
Here are some tips for making the most of reading the Bible message during the Daily Devotional:
- Set aside a moment and choose a specific place: your devotional time will be more beneficial if you set aside the hustle and bustle and invest in a pleasant time alone with God.
- Read the verse or Bible passage attentively: develop a lifestyle committed to the Word of God every day and avoid distractions.
- Read the daily meditation: reflect and try to understand God's purpose for your life through the comments.
- Practical application: jot down your findings and don't forget to put into practice everything you have learned through the Bible.
- Share what you learned: try to share with people around what God has been teaching you in your moments of daily devotion as you go about your daily conversations and interactions.
Don't forget the importance of living a life fully committed to the Word of God!