Holy Bible Online Word For Today
A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.
Today's Word
Word of the Day: Persevering is the path to victory
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.
James 1:12
Giving up is very often such an easy thing to do. We live in a world where people quickly give up on their dreams, give up on other people, and even give up on themselves. But the person who perseveres in what is right receives the reward from the Lord! He grants victory if we remain steadfast and constant, walking with Jesus Christ.
12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.
Hebrews 12:1-2a
Hebrews 12 gives us some ideas of what we should do when we feel like giving up:
- 'Since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses' - We should look up to the amazing characters that have gone before us, heroes of the bible such as Noah, Moses, Nehemiah, and the countless others who worked through hardship to follow the path God set out for them.
- 'Let us throw off everything that hinders' - The lighter the load we are carrying, the faster we will run, the sooner we will complete the race God has laid out for us. Sin hinders us, sin is a burden we should cast off before it entangles us and causes us to stumble.
- 'The race marked out for us' - We are not running blind. We have a path, a track marked out for us, one that has been planned by God. We don't need to feel alone, or lost, or as if there is no path for us. God had our whole lives mapped out for us before we were born.
- 'Fixing our eyes on Jesus' - with our eyes fixed on the goal we can run confidently, we can be sure of exactly where we are going.
When we feel like giving up, we should remember these things as we seek God and let Him give us the strength to persevere daily!
See more verses that show how hope can help us persevere.
Yesterday's Word
Word of the Day: Do we trust God?
It's natural to wonder why, even when we trust in God, anxiety can still enter into our thoughts. Trusting in God offers us peace and tranquility, and yet we often find ourselves holding back, not fully trusting in God. In the Bible, we read words of faith and comfort provided to soothe our hearts. Despite life's storms, there's peace available that surpasses all understanding and that can anchor us safely.
6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7
In this verse, God reassures us that we can safely leave worries behind, and bring everything to Him through prayer. He shows us that we are not alone in our struggles and challenges. When we surrender our lives to God in prayer, He gives us a peace that surpasses everything.
Anxiety is not a sin, however, how we respond to anxiety can lead to sinful behavior if we are not careful. Anxiety can overwhelm us, and ruin us, so we need to address the root causes of anxiety, cultivate trust in God, and seek His peace in every situation. The first step is to approach God in prayer. When we talk to God, and share our fears, hopes, and needs He listens to us and calms us with His loving presence.
Thank Him, even in difficulties, for it helps us see His blessings even in tough situations.
The peace that God gives us does not depend on our circumstances. It is a peace that fills our hearts and minds, guarding us from fear. This peace goes beyond what the physical world can offer us, it appears contrary to what the world values, but it is a priceless gift that strengthens us and helps us face life's uncertainties.
So, when we feel anxious, we should remember this verse and trust in God, talk to Him in prayer, and let His peace fill our hearts. He is always ready to listen to us and take care of us.
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Day Before Yesterday's Word
Word of the Day: Discover the 3 pillars of the Christian life
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
1 Corinthians 13:13
What is most important for the Christian life? Obeying the rules? Doing good things? The Bible teaches that the most important thing is to have faith, hope, and, above all, love. Without love, nothing we do has value, even if it is something incredible. So, our main focus should be on growing in these 3 areas.
Look deep into your heart and ask God to show you how you can be made stronger in these areas. Do you need more faith? Remember what God has done for you and what Jesus means in your life. Renew your commitment to Him and delight in the joy of your salvation.
But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,” that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: 9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.
Romans 10:8-10
Maybe you need to strengthen your hope. Don't forget that God holds the future in His hands and His plans for your life are good.
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11
But if your need is to fill your heart and your life with more love, go to the source of love: God.
Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him.
1 John 4:7-9
In which of these 3 pillars do you want to grow?