Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Meditating on the Word of God

1 Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked
or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers,
2 but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night.
- Psalm 1:1-2

A Christian's lifestyle must hold the Word of God in high esteem, above anything else. This is because our greatest joy and satisfaction must be in God. A fundamental step we should all take, as seen in this Psalm, is to constantly meditate on the Holy Bible.

The regular practice of meditating on the bible enables us to delve deeper into God's Word, understand its principles, and apply them to our daily lives. Meditation, combined with prayer and Bible studies, also helps us discern God's will, find guidance in times of doubt, as well as strengthening our faith.

In addition, meditating on the Bible connects us spiritually with the Lord, strengthens our relationship with Him and enables us to live according to His teachings. It is a spiritual discipline that nourishes our souls and helps us grow in wisdom and faith. Seek to know God more, reflect more deeply on His teachings and how you can apply them in your life.

Meditating day by day

  • Biblical meditation should go hand in hand with prayer and Bible study.
  • Disconnect from distractions and dedicate some time in your day to being alone with God. If we want to have a personal experience with God, we need to spend time learning, reflecting and meditating on His Word.
  • Pray, and focus on the teachings of God.
  • Praise God for His Word and for the joy of discovering it day by day.
  • Seeking to know God in depth leads us to think about Him, to desire to know more about Him, and to dedicate time to being together and connected to Him.

Pray:

Lord God, help me each day to meditate on your Word, to learn how to live in the way that pleases you. Show me what is important to you and help me to stop wasting time on useless things. I need to redeem the time and think deeply about what you have taught us in Christ Jesus. May your Holy Spirit teach me your ways and transform me every day, for your glory and praise. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

Yesterday'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!"

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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