Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

You have been so good to me, Lord!

You have been good to your servant,
Lord, according to your word.
Teach me good judgment and knowledge,
for I believe in your commandments.
Before I was afflicted, I went astray,
but now I keep your word.
You are good and you do good;
teach me your decrees.
- Psalm 119:65–68

God’s goodness has no limits. He shows His grace even though we are not deserving of His favor. When we face difficulties as a consequence of our failures, He teaches us with love. Through His Word, He shows us how we should live. His faithfulness goes beyond the heavens; that is why we need Christ to learn more about God’s character and to imitate Him.

In this Psalm, the goodness of God, which brings blessing, is contrasted with human disobedience and pride, which lead to humiliation. But when we become aware of our errors and recognize the need to be truly faithful, God treats us with kindness.

Through meditation on the Scriptures, the Holy Spirit convicts us of our errors and helps us change our mindset and attitude so that, with wisdom, we may obey the Word of the Lord.

Recognize God’s Goodness

  • Pray and thank God for His goodness and faithfulness toward you.
  • Ask God to teach you His Word and transform your heart so you can leave behind what is wrong and remain faithful.
  • Keep God’s teachings in your mind and heart so that you will not sin against Him.
  • Remember: by the Lord’s GRACE and MERCY, you receive blessings you do not deserve and you are spared the punishment you did deserve.

Prayer:

Loving Father, thank You so much! I have no words to express my gratitude for all Your goodness! I did not deserve it, yet You grant me immeasurable blessings, Lord! I thank You, for in so many ways You take care of my life and of those I love. Thank You for bringing me back into Your presence, where there is light, renewal, and truth. I acknowledge that I am flawed, God, and that I need to grow. I need Your help to live according to Your will, Jesus. Transform me according to Your Word! In Jesus’ name I pray, grateful. Amen

Yesterday's Devotional

Though the fig tree does not blossom...

Though the fig tree does not bud
and there are no grapes on the vines,
though the olive crop fails
and the fields produce no food,
though there are no sheep in the pen
and no cattle in the stalls,
yet I will rejoice in the Lord,
I will be joyful in God my Savior.
- Habakkuk 3:17–18

The prophet Habakkuk was troubled by the injustice, iniquity, and oppression taking place in Judah. He questioned God about the punishment due to the corrupt and violent people of his nation. How many times do we also question and lament the chaotic situation we face in our own country?

But thankfully, the prophet didn’t stop at complaining. He waited for the Lord’s answer and trusted Him. And even though he didn’t understand what God would do, he praised the Lord with all his heart. Despite the circumstances, he made the decision to fully trust in God.

Reflecting on this passage, what is the foundation of our joy?

Rejoice in God!

  • Do not be indifferent to what is happening around you, pray to God! Cry out for divine intervention in our land.
  • Trust and wait for the Lord’s answer. He is faithful to His Word.
  • Don’t live in constant complaint or pour your frustrations out to those who can do nothing. Open your heart to Jesus! Talk to Him about the sins of our people, lament, weep, pray but also give thanks and praise to God.
  • Worship the Lord in spite of your circumstances. Even if everything seems to be going wrong, make Jesus your joy.
  • Read the Bible daily and place your trust in the Word of God.

Prayer:

Lord God, have mercy on our nation! There is so much injustice, corruption, and violence, Father...Bring Your peace and salvation to the afflicted and needy. Correct and transform those who promote evil, deceit, and pervert justice. Save us, oh God! Build up Your Church in Your Word and answer us. You are my joy, despite all that we see. Glory be to Your name, now and forever. Through Jesus Christ, amen!

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

God grants you peace

So Gideon built an altar to the Lord there and called it The Lord Is Peace. To this day it stands in Ophrah of the Abiezrites.
- Judges 6:24

There are moments in our lives when everything seems to steal our peace, problems inside and outside the home, none of them resolving on their own. Everywhere you look, there’s a different issue, and it wears you out. Unfortunately, this is the reality for many people, who end up stressed and unable to truly enjoy life.

In the midst of wars and battles, Gideon found rest in the promises and power of the Lord, so much so that he called Him Jehovah Shalom, “The Lord is Peace.” Hundreds of years later, the apostle Paul would say that the peace of God surpasses all understanding.

All of this teaches us that God can bless us with peace. Even though problems exist and afflict us, we can have peace in God and enjoy life with more dignity and happiness.

Seek Your Peace

  • Make a list of everything that is stealing your peace.
  • Then, take time, real time, ten minutes or more, and pray over these difficulties.
  • Ask the Lord to grant you peace so you can enjoy life with joy.

Prayer:

Dear Father and beloved God, You know everything I’ve been going through and each problem I face. I thank You for sustaining me until now, but I ask that You bless me with the peace that comes from You, the peace that surpasses all understanding. I want to feel calm in my decisions and secure in You. I ask this 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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