Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Overcoming the pain of abandonment

Though my father and mother forsake me,
the Lord will receive me.
- Psalm 27:10

The experience of being abandoned is deeply traumatic for anyone. Unfortunately, to some degree, most people have already experienced some form of abandonment.

There is social abandonment, a condition in which many street children, people with disabilities, or those without shelter live; parental abandonment, when children are abandoned by their parents; family or relationship abandonment, when a spouse, fiancé, or boyfriend/girlfriend walks away without regard for the other person. There is also emotional abandonment, when there is a feeling of rejection or distancing from someone who once cared.

Whatever the type and if this is your situation, remember that God is the One who welcomes you in every circumstance. Jesus Christ knows your pain, for He too was rejected, humiliated, and betrayed by His closest friends. He suffered the terrible pain of abandonment by the Father on the cross, for me and for you, because of our sin. Christ endured this pain so that today we could be supported and reconciled with God, our heavenly Father. Therefore, no matter what has happened to you, God loves you deeply and wants to receive you. All you need to do is believe in Him!

Receive God’s comfort today!

  • Pray and place before Jesus Christ the pain of abandonment you have suffered.
  • Seek comfort in God through reading the Bible, prayer, and fellowship in a sound evangelical church.
  • If there were failures or betrayal, ask God to forgive you and to help you forgive.
  • Share your experience with a pastor or a brother/sister more mature in faith and ask for prayer support.
  • Whoever abandoned you is missing the opportunity to live alongside someone very special… Cleanse your heart of all bitterness and rejoice in the love of God!
  • Being rejected does not make you inferior or worthless. Recognize God’s love and Christ’s sacrifice for you. This grace makes you very precious to the Lord!

Prayer:

Lord God, help me, for I have been abandoned and feel alone. Father, heal and restore my heart that was saddened by rejection. Help me not to close myself off from life because of the bad experiences I lived in the past. Renew my faith, hope, and love. Thank You, because through Your Word I learn that You love me and will never abandon me. Hold me in Your hands and walk with me today. In Jesus’ name, amen

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Yesterday's Devotional

Honoring God through gratitude

Those who sacrifice thank offerings honor me,
and to the blameless I will show my salvation.
- Psalm 50:23

Giving thanks to God is a way of worshiping Him. A grateful heart recognizes what God has done. When we recognize and give thanks, we give God the opportunity to bless us even more!

Where there is gratitude, there is a teachable heart, ready to be filled by the Holy Spirit. On the other hand, an ungrateful heart is hard, rough, and does not recognize the good things God has done. Unfortunately, this distances us from God’s favor. A hard heart can only be softened through forgiveness. After forgiveness, gratitude is the next step for those who want to walk in the ways of the Lord.

Giving thanks is a way of honoring God. Therefore, be grateful, He has saved you.

Offering gratitude

  • Start your day by thanking God. It will make a difference in your daily life.
  • Learn more about what God has already done for you, read the Bible regularly.
  • Before complaining about something, think about what God has already done for you. Instead of murmuring, persevere in silence. Most likely, at the end of your struggles, God will be praised.

Prayer:

Lord God, thank You so much for loving me so deeply! My heart rejoices in knowing how much I am loved by You. Thank You for saving me from the chains of sin and giving me the opportunity to write a new story through Your Son. Thank You God, you are the reason for my life! Amen.

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

Greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world

You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.
- 1 John 4:4

The message of encouragement in this verse points us to four important truths:

First, we are children of the Heavenly Father. It is an honor to be lovingly called God’s little children. He calls you “dear child” and cares for you as the loving Father that He is.

Second, He assures us that we belong to God! You are not abandoned in this world, nor left to chance… You belong to the Lord, who is in control of all things. The sovereign Creator of the universe is your Father, and He sustains you.

Third, we are victors! How wonderful it is that before the “game” of life even ends, we already know that we will come out as champions, if we remain by the side of Jesus Christ. God’s power is greater than false prophets, false idols, and the rulers of this earth. With God, you will overcome!

Finally, we can be certain by faith that God is greater than the evil spirit at work in the world. He is supreme! Despite hardships, uncertainties, struggles, and all suffering, Jesus is our strong tower, unbeatable against any storm!

Greater is God who is by your side!

  • Believe that He is always with us! The presence of God in your life makes all the difference...
  • Pray to God. Just as a child rests in the strong arms of their father, surrender yourself to the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength!
  • Do not be deceived by the lies of this world… Hold firmly to the Lord!
  • Get to know Him more! The Word of God is an inexhaustible source of nourishment and life. It teaches you how to overcome.
  • When the storms of life come, stand firm in faith! Christ is always with you!

Prayer:

Lord God, You are greater than everything in this world! Thank You, because even being so great, You still care for me, accept me as Your child, and take care of me… I praise You, because with Jesus we can overcome the Enemy of our souls, who tempts us in so many ways. Help me to always trust in You. May You increase in my life more and more each day. 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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