Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Woe betide those who make us stumble!

"5 And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.

Causing to Stumble

6 “If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble, it would be better for them to have a large millstone hung around their neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea."

- Matthew 18:5-6

There is a very clear concern in the New Testament, one that is present in all the books and is the subject of warnings, alerts and entire letters. False teachers, that's was a major concern for those who wrote the scriptures. But what are False Teachers? Sometimes they are simply very well-meaning people trying to come up with good ideas, but who unfortunately deviate from what the Bible teaches.

There is one truth, one gospel. The apostle Paul was angry with the Galatians for so quickly being deceived into believing a gospel other than the one that had been preached. It's so important that we hold fast to what has been preached to you: the one gospel, that Jesus Christ is God incarnate, he died for our sins and rose again on the third day. He is at the side of God the Father and will return to rule.

Cling to the truth

  • Do you know the truth of the gospel? Have faith that these things happened
  • Do you believe in the gospel? Have faith that everything happened for these reasons
  • Share the gospel! Salvation is offered to everyone, pass the message of salvation forward.

Pray:

Lord, I thank you with all my heart for the gospel of salvation. I believe, my Father, in this gospel message of Jesus Christ and I cling to it with fear and reverence. I ask that your Holy Spirit will enlighten my mind and help me to recognise and know sound doctrine. I ask this in Jesus' name, amen!

Yesterday's Devotional

Soothing the soul

Return to your rest, my soul,

for the Lord has been good to you!

Psalm 116:7

One standout quality of David was his unwavering submission to God. The "warrior king" went through various struggles and persecutions and never hesitated to pour out his heart to God. In every moment of prayer, David truly laid his heart before God.

The king taught us how to behave in distress. In this psalm, David affirms to himself the deeds of the Lord; thus, as the king recognized God's favor, he calmed his soul, gaining confidence in God. When faced with uncertainty, David turned his thoughts to the deeds of the Lord.

Recognizing the power of God is the best remedy against anxiety. Remembering what the Lord has already done points us to what God can do again! Trust in the Lord; calm your soul, for He has been good to you.

Soothing the soul

  • Reflect on the blessings and deeds of the Lord in your life. If He has done great things before, imagine what He can do now!
  • Thank God for what He has already done for you. Take a moment for thanksgiving. A grateful heart to God is light and open to receiving even more blessings.
  • Read the Bible and see how much God loves us. Meditate on His word and feed on the word that is effective.

Let's Pray:

Lord God, You are mighty, and nothing and no one can hinder You! You have already accomplished great things in my life, and for that, I am grateful to You. My trust is in You, thus my soul finds peace in Your mighty strength. Amen.

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

Have courage! The Lord will be with you wherever you go

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9

When Joshua received these words from God, he had a great responsibility on his shoulders: to succeed Moses and lead the Israelite people to Canaan. This word certainly frightened Joshua, but God himself took it upon himself to lead him.

If we have great responsibilities in our hands, it is because God has entrusted us with this mission and knows that we are capable of managing them. Don't underestimate your potential in God. If there is a great challenge, it is because God has already provided a great blessing at the end of the tribulation.

The key to facing great challenges is to stay close to the Father. He can enable us and guide us through challenges, however simple or tough. The Lord will be with us wherever we go! So try to stay close to him and don't be afraid!

Take heart!

  • God empowers the chosen, don't be afraid. If God has called you, it is because He will enable you throughout the challenge.
  • The Word of God is our refuge and strength! Use the Bible as your daily bread.
  • Don't be afraid, God is our friend. Through the Son we have access to the Father, pray, open your heart.

Pray:

Lord God, thank you so much for the challenges. I know that they help me to grow closer to you. Pour out your Spirit on me and strengthen me. I won't go back on your promises. I move forward, in Jesus' name! Amen.

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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:

  1. 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.
  2. Read the verse or Bible passage attentively: develop a lifestyle committed to the Word of God every day and avoid distractions.
  3. Read the daily meditation: reflect and try to understand God's purpose for your life through the comments.
  4. Practical application: jot down your findings and don't forget to put into practice everything you have learned through the Bible.
  5. 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!

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