Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

A cloud as small as a man's hand

"The seventh time the servant reported, “A cloud as small as a man’s hand is rising from the sea.”

So Elijah said, “Go and tell Ahab, ‘Hitch up your chariot and go down before the rain stops you.’""

1 Kings 18:44

Great things come about through simple details. When Elijah declared the word of the Lord to Ahab, Israel was going through three years of drought. God had already revealed himself through Elijah - humiliating the prophets of Baal - and the promise of rain brought great expectation.

When the prophet spoke this word, the sky was clear. After checking the weather seven times, a small cloud - the size of a man's hand - appeared from the sea. This sign was enough for Elijah to ask King Ahab to leave Mount Carmel before the storm hit.

The prophet was attentive to detail. Elijah didn't need to ask God for great signs and proof that he would keep his promise. This is a powerful teaching: if God has prophesied something in your life, don't wait for big signs, be attentive to the details.

Even great trees come from small seeds. The promises that God has declared in your life will bear fruit, trust in it, because it will happen!

It's going to rain!

  • More than having faith, we need to persevere in God. Without perseverance, faith does not last. Persevere in God's Word!
  • Be attentive, and ask God for wisdom and discernment.
  • If God has declared something in your life, it will come true! Follow the word you have received, and put your faith into action.

Pray:

Lord God, thank you so much for your presence in my life. Your Word transforms and enlivens. I want to build my life on your promises and I want to live the extraordinary in these days. Give me wisdom and discernment. In Jesus' name, amen!

Yesterday's Devotional

Receive peace in all its forms

"16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you."
2 Thessalonians 3:16

Every day we have a gruelling routine of hard work and rushing around. All we want after those days is a moment of peace and rest. But sometimes, when we return home, we seem to get even more tired! It's at these moments in our lives that we should ask for help from the one who calmed the raging sea, Jesus.

Our God is the source of all peace, in his Word we find refreshment and help to sooth our hearts. To bring peace to our homes and work places, we must first start with ourselves. That's why the Word of God is so important: it nourishes us, and the Holy Spirit moulds us, giving opportunities for us to act differently.

As you turn to the King of Peace, may you rest in him. May the Lord pour peace into your home, your workplace, and your relationships with others. May God be with you and may his peace be lasting and fill every part of your life!

Experiencing peace in all its forms:

  • Ask the Holy Spirit to shape your behaviour, transforming you into an instrument of peace and not war, of reconciliation and not division.
  • Set aside an hour of your day to meditate and pray. Prayer and meditation on God's word nourish and comfort us.
  • Reflect on how your attitude and behaviour can promote a peaceful and reconciliatory environment. Peace is contagious and those who seek peace do not go to war.

Pray:

Lord Jesus, I ask for your peace and your spirit to come upon me. May the anointing of love and peace overwhelm my life, my home and everywhere I go. Thank you, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

In search of the right refuge

If you say, “The LORD is my refuge,” and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent.

Psalms 91:9-10

Currently, we see an immense number of refugees from various countries around the world seeking a new home. They are fleeing from war, hunger, threats from terrorist groups, or extreme situations under dictatorial governments.

Fortunately, the pain of not having a place to stay is healed by the warmth and hope found in countries that offer refuge. So it is with our God as well. He is our refuge and strength! Amid our wars and internal crises, He provides strong shelter and comfort.

This verse tells us that we can escape unharmed from disasters and violence if God is our dwelling place. Even when we encounter hardships in life, we remain completely convinced that our greatest shelter and security lie in the promise of eternity. There, there will be no more disasters, afflictions, death, or pain.

Find refuge in the Lord Jesus Christ

  • Entrust your life to the Lord, and He will be your refuge now and forever.
  • Pray to God, casting your worries, fears, and anguish upon Him.
  • Welcome and reach out to the needy and afflicted (foreigners, orphans, etc.).

Let’s Pray:

Almighty God, You are my sure refuge. Thank you for delivering me from evil every day. You are my shelter in storms. I know that You never lose control of what happens to us. Keep me in Your presence, Father. I believe that no disaster will last forever. Your grace sustains me, and in it, I am secure forever. I surrender everything to You and thank you, in the name of Jesus. 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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