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Today's Word

sunday, january 11 2026

Strangers and pilgrims on the earth

All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance, admitting that they were foreigners and strangers on earth.
- Hebrews 11:13

Hebrews chapter 11 is known as the chapter of the heroes of faith. There we find a summary of the story of great men and women who remained steadfast in faith despite all the obstacles life placed before them.

Verse 13 gives us a good key to understanding their perseverance. They knew they were passing through life, that their true citizenship was heavenly. They did not live focused on what was earthly and temporary, but sought to obey God in everything, even when doing so brought them trouble.

We were created for eternity with God. We are just passing through this earth; our true destiny is to live with God forever. Therefore, the difficulties of life lose their power over us: our gaze is fixed on the Lord and on the eternal victory He has already won for us.

Our identity is in God. The world may reject us, persecute us, or turn its back on us, but if we know who we are in Christ, we will remain firm and strong without giving up. Establish yourself today in the Lord, as a member of His family for all eternity.

Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household.
- Ephesians 2:19

Yesterday's Word

Pray for the right things

When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you may spend what you get on your pleasures.
- James 4:3

God does not always give us what we ask for. Why? Because many times we do not ask correctly. We think we know what is best, but God has other plans. Other times our motivation is wrong. Our focus is not on God. When we seek God’s will above all else and ask for the right things, God responds.

Do you want to pray correctly? Spend time with God and ask Him what He wants to do in your life, in your family, in the situations you are facing, and in the world in general. Learn to ask according to God’s will, and you will see how you will receive more answers to your prayers.

This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him.
- 1 John 5:14–15

When we set aside what our emotions desire and learn to listen to the voice of God, we begin to ask for what is on His heart. Focus on God, seek His face, listen to His loving whisper, and learn to pray according to the Father’s heart.

If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.
- John 15:7

Day Before Yesterday's Word

Open the door!

The Lord, in His infinite mercy and love, draws near to each of us, gently knocking at the door of our hearts. He does not force His way in but patiently waits for us to choose to open and allow Him to enter. This image of Jesus waiting outside, longing to meet us, is a powerful reminder of His willingness to be with us, regardless of our circumstances.

Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.
- Revelation 3:20

Opening the door means more than simply inviting Him in. It means full surrender, unwavering trust, and the decision to let Him take control of our lives. When we hear Jesus’ voice and open the door, we welcome the peace that surpasses all understanding, the indescribable joy, and true fellowship with our Creator.

Each day, we are called to make that decision: to open the door and let Jesus transform our lives. In a world full of distractions and challenges, it’s easy to ignore the sound of His voice. Yet true life full and abundant is found when we invite Jesus in.

May we, with open and willing hearts, hear the Lord’s call and allow Him to dwell in our lives. Then we will experience the divine feast, where He nourishes us with His love, grace, and truth, establishing an eternal and unbreakable communion. Open the door, and let the King of Glory enter and transform everything for His glory.