Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

3 steps to happiness

Faith in Jesus helps us to be free from sin and guilt, opening the way to a happier life.

This joy is not related to what we possess or to what happens to us, but rather to how we choose to react to life’s circumstances. It is important that we cultivate an attitude of gratitude and generosity in order to find true happiness.

See 3 points for achieving true happiness:

  • True happiness comes from God (Psalm 146:5).
  • Gratitude is an important ingredient for happiness (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
  • Generosity brings joy and contentment (Acts 20:35).

Seek and practice these principles. Once you put them into action, you will see that life takes on a new flavor, and life’s difficulties will no longer determine your joy, but your faith in God will!

To Pray:

Lord, my joy rests in the conviction that You love me and have the best for me. No matter what happens in my daily life, I know that You love me, and that is enough. Thank You, Jesus. Amen!

Yesterday's Devotional

Where can we find salvation and strength?

This is what the Sovereign Lord, the Holy One of Israel, says:
“In repentance and rest is your salvation,
in quietness and trust is your strength,
but you would have none of it.
- Isaiah 30:15

In a broken and upside-down world like ours, it can often be difficult to rest our hearts and keep our eyes fixed on the Lord. But desire it, and make the effort to pay attention to what the Lord says. He gives the strength so deeply needed in sad, frustrating, and exhausting days...

In this verse, the prophet Isaiah warns God's people about rejecting two essential things in anyone's life: the salvation and strength that come from God. But salvation from what? Strength for what? All people without God are headed toward a tragic end, unless they accept the free gift Jesus offers (John 3:16–17). Everyone is weak when they rely on their own strength…

According to God’s Word, salvation is found through repentance and rest in Him. To rest means to lean on, to surrender, to quiet yourself in the Lord.

True strength and resilience are found in stillness and genuine trust that is, calmness and real faith. It sounds simple, doesn’t it? But often we’re caught in so much noise, with a whirlwind of information and voices, that we can no longer discern or hear God’s voice. So pause… it’s essential to seek the shelter and peace of God.

In God’s Word, you’ll find comfort to live your life fully with Jesus, and strength to endure the hard days.

Finding salvation and strength in God:

  • God delights in repentant and humble hearts. Confess your faults and ask Him for forgiveness.
  • If you don’t yet understand what salvation means, seek help and discover it through the Holy Bible.
  • Release the pressure! Take time to be alone with God without hurry.
  • Pray in secret. Seek Him with your whole heart and don’t rush back to your busy schedule.
  • Fix your eyes on God. With so many distractions (screens, media, entertainment), it takes effort to stay focused and in communion with Jesus.
  • Seek God’s Word daily (read, meditate, listen, study). It is light, nourishment, and life for your path.

To Pray:

My Lord, save me from all evil! Save me from eternal condemnation and from the sins that try to keep me captive here. Save me from myself, for I am flawed and in need of Your glory. Forgive me, Lord… I give You my heart and my whole life. Strengthen me through Your Word, in Jesus’ name. Amen!

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

God’s plan always works out!

How many times do we plan something, prepare ourselves, and in the end we fail? Our plans do not always work out. Often, the reason is because we do not place God in our plans.

Commit to the Lord whatever you do,
and he will establish your plans.
- Proverbs 16:3

Yes, God wants to be included in our plans and dreams. Invite Him to be part of your projects. More than just participating, He wants to accomplish great things in your life! God’s plans do not fail and are better than ours. Trust in God and invite Him to be part of your goals.

Putting God in Our Plans

  • Open your heart to Christ Jesus. Talk about your dreams and desires—He is your true friend.
  • Allow God to guide your life through His powerful Word, the Bible.
  • Seek fellowship with Him. Be attentive to His voice.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, my dreams seem distant, but I know You are powerful to accomplish them. Guide my life according to Your plans. I know that Your plans are greater and better than mine, and for that reason I place myself in Your hands. 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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