Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Starting the day with Christ

When we open our eyes in the morning, it is as if God is giving us a brand-new gift. He gives us the gift of a new day, full of opportunities to grow, love, and share His light with the world. And there is something special about starting every day: starting it with Christ.

In the Bible, in Lamentations 3:22-23, it is written:

Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail.
They are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness.
- Lamentations 3:22-23

These words remind us that with every new sunrise, we are surrounded by God’s love and faithfulness.

When we start the day with Christ, we can feel His presence guiding us, strengthening us, and giving us hope. We can begin the day with a simple prayer, thanking God for the gift of life and asking for His direction throughout the hours that lie ahead.

Every moment, from the first ray of sunlight to the final breath before bedtime, can be filled with the presence of Christ. He walks with us every step of the way, giving us strength to face challenges and filling us with joy even in difficult moments.

Starting the day with Christ is choosing light, love, and hope. May we open our hearts to Him every morning and allow His peace to surround us throughout the day. This way, we can live each moment with purpose and gratitude, knowing we are always safe in His loving arms.

Start the day with Jesus

• Pray early in the morning seeking God’s direction and thanking Him for daily blessings.
• Read the Bible to strengthen your faith and receive inspiration to begin your day.
• Share the love of Christ through kind and generous actions. This will make a difference throughout your day.

Prayer:

Lord, as I begin this day, I give You my thoughts, words, and actions. May Your presence fill my heart with peace and hope. Help me see opportunities to serve and love others as You have loved us. Amen.

See also: Good Morning Bible Verses And Blessings: 51 Christian Quotes and Messages

Yesterday's Devotional

Joseph’s Readiness

When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife.
- Matthew 1:24

Joseph became the adoptive father of Jesus, since God chose his virgin wife so that the Savior would be conceived in her. God did not make this choice recklessly, nor to punish Joseph by making his wife pregnant, but He chose them intentionally.

He was a righteous man, as the text declares and demonstrates. Joseph was chosen to be the adoptive father of Jesus precisely to raise Him according to the Law. After discovering Mary’s miraculous pregnancy, Joseph received a vision in a dream that explained everything and gave him instructions.

As soon as he woke up, Joseph did what the angel of God had instructed him in the dream. He was ready to do what God had called him to do. His story inspires us to be ready for the callings God gives us, to serve Him and worship Him. Like Joseph, we must act.

Wake up and go!

  • Reflect and think: What has God been calling you to do? Do as Joseph did, wake up and do it.
  • Pray that God will open doors of opportunity in your life, as He did for Joseph.
  • Believe in God’s miracles, He provides and sustains.

Prayer:

Lord, my God and Father, I pray to You that You may call me—here I am, Lord. Just as You called Joseph in a dream to a noble mission, I am here to go wherever You want. Use me, Father. May Your Holy Spirit go with me and protect me, in the name of Your Son Jesus Christ, amen.

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

Back to the first love!

Yet I hold this against you: You have forsaken the love you had at first. Consider how far you have fallen! Repent and do the things you did at first...
- Revelation 2:4–5

The beginning of a relationship, the start of a new work project, or the first days of school are always very intense, full of passion, commitment, and dedication. Just as it happens in other relationships or activities we start, our first moments with God also tend to be marked by deep passion. Unfortunately, as time passes, many abandon their first love.

Today’s verse serves as a warning not to let this happen and to return to the practices of love we once showed Jesus at the beginning. If before you dedicated more time to loving (and serving) God and your neighbor through prayer, devotion, Bible reading and study, taking joy in attending services, evangelism, discipleship, going to church, etc., today is the time to return to your first love!

Return to loving as you did at the beginning

  • Remember where you have fallen make an honest self-analysis, reflect on your life, and remember how you abandoned your first love.
  • Repent, pray and ask for forgiveness, recognizing the mistake of neglecting and ceasing to invest in your love for God.
  • Practice the works you did at first, return to the early works with love, dedication, and total surrender to God.

To Pray:

Dear Father, I recognize that I have abandoned my first love for You… Forgive me, for I allowed our communion to become a lesser priority and drifted away from You. But today I want to return to loving You above everything and everyone, and to love my neighbor as well, serving more and better each day. Help me not to grow weary and to remain in my first love. In Jesus’ name, 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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