Daily Devotional

It is to be with him, and he is to read it all the days of his life so that he may learn to revere the Lord his God and follow carefully all the words of this law and these decrees
- Deuteronomy 17:19

In the time of Moses, and for many years afterwards, most people did not have access to God's Laws. Only the priests of the temple and the king of Israel had the right to access them. And although it was the priests' job to read the Law to the people, this was only done at specific times, and having the scripture to read freely was a massive luxury.

In Deuteronomy 17, Moses is giving instructions to the Kings of that time. He says they should have their own copy of the scriptures to read every day, so they can learn to fear the Lord and be able to fulfill his commandments. Moses knew the value of possessing the Scriptures at that time, and the guidance it could provide to its readers.

Today we live in different times. Everyone has the Bible or has easy access to it, and yet it is so easy for us to take this for granted. Try to diligently read the Scriptures and see what it can teach you - to fear the Lord, to fulfill His commandments, to be faithful to God. Don't waste any more time!.. dedicate yourself to the Holy Scriptures today.

Open the book and read on!

• Yes our routine can be very busy, but try to find time to read the Bible, even if it's only five minutes.
• Reading the Scriptures is not a burden, it's a privilege and pleasure.
• Maybe you have time this weekend? Make a new routine, get reading, and find out more about your God!

Pray:

⁷ Isaac spoke up and said to his father Abraham, “Father?”

“Yes, my son?” Abraham replied.

“The fire and wood are here,” Isaac said, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?”

⁸ Abraham answered, “God himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.” And the two of them went on together.

Genesis 22:7-8

These verses tell of a time of great trial that Abraham went through with his son Isaac. It's a well-known story in which God tests Abraham's faith by asking him to sacrifice his beloved son. It was certainly an unparalleled test, but it was only a test because, of course, God didn't want the boy to die.

Abraham proved that he had faith and obeyed the Lord in everything. He knew that God, who had given him the promised son, was faithful and would, if necessary, resurrect the boy or provide the lamb for the sacrifice.

And so it happened! This story is the one place in the bible where the name for God is 'Jehovah Jireh' (Verse 14) ''The Lord my Provider! And in your life too, He will provide!

Like this story, sometimes our faith is tested. And even if we don't understand the circumstances, we need to trust in the Lord, because through the struggles we face, we learn to depend on Him more. Employment, health care, material resources, what to wear, etc. are all important needs, but seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matthew 6:31-33). Place your faith completely in the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, because He will supply all your needs, in Christ, for His glory!

By faith, God will provide!

• Trust God completely! He is faithful and fulfills His Word.
• Pray and place your whole life in the Lord's care.
• God will provide what you need. This is not always compatible with what you want Him to do.
• Rest in God's provision, but work and take advantage of the opportunities he places in front of you.
• Seek constant guidance in God's Word. He provides the wisdom you need to make the right decisions.

Pray:

Lord God, I want to thank you because you, Lord, have taken care of me. Even with difficulties, I believe that you are in control of my life. Provide what I really need, not what I want. Help my family, your church, my brothers and sisters in Christ and my friends in their daily needs. Bless our country and provide for the needs of our people, Lord! Give me wisdom to manage well the resources you give me. Open doors, Father, and do Your will in me. In Jesus' name! Amen.