Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Count your blessings!

Bless the Lord, O my soul;

And all that is within me, bless His holy name!

Bless the Lord, O my soul,

And forget not all His benefits.

Psalm 103:1-2

What a wonderful invitation to engage in worship and express gratitude! In this Psalm, David calls upon his own soul to praise God and not forget any of His blessings. As the verses unfold, the psalmist lists various reasons why God deserves to be worshiped. This appears to be a valuable practice that teaches us always to be thankful to the Lord, for who He is and for what He has done for us.

As the lyrics of an old hymn go: "Count your blessings, name them one by one...". When we take the time to list them, we will be amazed by how much God has already done in our lives. Another encouragement is to testify to what Jesus has done. We should make an effort not to forget all the blessings that the Lord has bestowed upon us. And nothing is better than speaking, writing, or sharing testimonies about what the Lord has done. Even the simple act of breathing right now is a precious gift. Let's be grateful to God!

Count your blessings today!

  • Make a self-summoning! Awaken your heart to worship and be grateful to God.
  • Make a list of 10, 50, 100 blessings (or as many as you can!) from God in your life. Do not forget anything; enumerate all the constant benefits He grants you.
  • Pray, thanking God for everything He is and has done for you.
  • Worship, exalt the Lord, with gratitude and praise. Speak or write words of gratitude; sing praises to God.
  • Finally, share (tell others), testify to all the good that the Lord does.

Let's Pray:

Lord God! You, Lord, are worthy of all glory, honor, and praise! May my heart never forget all that You have done and will do in my life. I praise You for loving and redeeming me, sending Jesus to save us. Thank You because along with Christ, You have also granted me many spiritual and material blessings. Never let me forget all that You have done for me. Help me to recall and testify to what can give us hope. In Jesus' name, I thank You. Amen!"

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!

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

The manifold Grace of God

As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

1 Peter 4:10

God's action is meticulous and imaginative. When we observe our surroundings, we witness His ongoing efforts, diversified for the betterment of all. From the mesmerizing starry sky to the captivating beauty of flowers, from delightful aromas to delicious fruits with a variety of flavors - each morning, the light and warmth of the sun remind us of His endless blessings. Every day, we are graciously bestowed with gifts, all stemming from God's boundless love.

In addition to life, God has given us many good things. The best gift God gave us was His Son, Jesus, and in Him, we have all other blessings. In Jesus, we can serve with our gifts and share the Lord's grace in various ways. Smiling, being kind, giving, forgiving, helping, caring, protecting, loving... How can you serve someone today?

Be an agent of God's manifold grace

  • Reflect on your life and the blessings you have received. Thank God for this!
  • Pray and make yourself available to make others happy too.
  • Giving something freely is a central part of the Christian lifestyle. Open your heart, smile, and closets; donate food and clothes you no longer use; and give something precious to someone.
  • You may think you have no material (or financial) resources to give, but God has given you other resources. Use your personal gifts to help someone in need.
  • Pay attention! There are countless individuals surrounding you who can experience something of God's grace through your life.
  • Pray for someone. Truly care about someone's happiness.

Let’s Pray:

My Lord God, thank you for giving me much more than enough to live. Help me to be attentive to the people who pass through my life and awaken me to be a channel of Your grace for them too. May I rejoice in giving and in being able to be an instrument of Your favor. Teach me to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, who acted with grace and mercy, giving everything for love and obedience to You. 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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