Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

He is your stronghold in times of adversity

The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD; He is their stronghold in time of trouble.

Psalm 37:39

To say, believing in God shields us from adversities is not true, but the fact of the matter is, it is our belief in God that makes a significant difference in how we face these situations. Therefore, accurately it can be said, it is amid difficulties that God makes a difference! The best thing to do is to involve God in the midst of our problems, being anxious about nothing but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present our requests before Him.A stronghold is an architectural structure designed to defend a city from enemy attack. It is exactly in this way – as the psalmist illustrated - that God acts in our lives.

The Word of God strengthens our hearts to withstand adversity. This spiritual shield safeguards us from the enemy's assaults and provides guidance. We can find strength by immersing ourselves in God's Word, which renews our minds, protects us from the enemy's assaults, brings peace, and gives us a direction.

God will never abandon us, on the contrary, He will never leave us nor forsake us. It is in these times of difficulties that we must call upon His mighty name and be assured that He will protect us.

Remember, God is your protection!

Let's Pray:

Lord, You are my protection, my stronghold. Your Word brings me security. Even in difficulties, I know You protect me. Thank you for Your protection and Your love, amen!

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Yesterday's Devotional

The Pilgrim's Progress

I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.
Genesis 28:15

You've probably heard of John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress. This classic of Christian literature contains interesting analogies of the Christian's journey of faith towards heaven. In a way, we are all pilgrims on earth. Our life is a journey, with challenges, company and a certain destination.

God walks beside us. If we trust in Jesus and his word, we can be sure of his marvellous presence with us. Even if you don't recognise what's coming next on your journey, God will take care of everything and will be there, firmly by your side.

God accompanies you on your journey:

  • Thank the Lord for never abandoning you.
  • Pray and surrender to God your anxiety and worry about problems along the way.
  • If, on your way, you can't see much further, remember: your Saviour sees and knows everything.
  • Always trust in God as your Father, friend, guide, counsellor and protector. More than your best companion, He is the path you need to follow (Jn 14:6).
  • Join other pilgrims in faith. Walk side by side with Jesus and accompany other brothers and sisters, encouraging them to stand firm on the way.

Pray:

Lord God, you are my guide and protector. Thank you for being my greatest friend and companion at all times. Even if surprises or suffering await me along the way, I am sure that you, Lord, are always by my side and will sustain me to the end. Always be with us, with your people, Father. Help your people on their journey, because we can't go on alone.
I ask you and I thank you, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

Put God in your plans

Commit to the Lord whatever you do,
and he will establish your plans.

Proverbs 16:3

There is no better plan than the one that meets God's will. This is the secret to being successful in your plans. Plan to build a family in which the Word of God is the reference, and seek to grow in grace by dedicating yourself to the mission of the gospel. When we seek to do the Father's will, God surprises us with his favor.

When God is in our plans, we have the conviction that everything that happens - be it easy or difficult - will contribute to His glorification. Therefore, having God in our plans is a way of putting Him first in our lives. By taking this attitude, we are recognizing God's sovereignty.

God is powerful, his plans for us are infinitely bigger and better than we can imagine. Put your plans in good hands: put your plans in the Lord's hands!

Putting God in our plans!

  • When you plan something, try to pray and ask for God's direction. He doesn't leave us without direction.
  • Use God's Word as a reference for your plans. The Bible is the best way to align our plans with God's will.

Pray:

Lord Jesus, I have plans for the future and I want to put you in them. The future belongs to You, take charge of my plans and may Your name be glorified through my attitudes. 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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