Word For Today

A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.

Today's Word

Accumulate the treasures that remain

Sometimes we hear or read about people who have a mental disorder that causes them to hoard things at home. They keep large amounts of items they don’t even need and consider this normal. They often justify it by saying that perhaps one day they might be useful for something.

The reality is that many people, whether or not they have this disorder, feel more secure when all their needs are met in abundance. Having many possessions gives them peace. But as children of God, we must be careful. We should not place our hope in earthly riches. Our greatest wealth, the treasures we truly need to accumulate are the eternal ones, those of heaven.

Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
- Matthew 6:19–21

Storing up treasures in heaven is achieved by living for God, seeking His will, and giving importance to what matters to Him. The most important thing to God is that everyone be saved, that they receive the forgiveness of their sins and draw near to Him. Therefore, the best way to store up treasures in heaven is to share the message of the gospel with everyone around us.

Examine your heart today to see what treasures you are storing up. Find ways today to show God’s love to others. Start storing up treasures that will last forever.

See also: Biblical Reflection: 14 messages of faith and hope in God

Yesterday's Word

Talk to God

The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous,
and his ears are attentive to their cry;
- Psalm 34:15

God longs for us to talk to Him, whether we are happy or sad, courageous or weary. Maybe you feel sad or discouraged today and don’t know how to overcome the heaviness in your heart. Perhaps an unexpected problem has arisen in your life and your spirit has fallen. The Bible guides you to bring your burdens to God:

Cast your cares on the Lord
and he will sustain you;
he will never let
the righteous be shaken.
- Psalm 55:22

Or maybe you are joyful and content with your life’s circumstances. Perhaps right now you feel like the most blessed person in the world and have an unending desire to sing and dance. Lift up prayers of praise and thanksgiving!

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;
his love endures forever.
- 1 Chronicles 16:34

Whatever your mood may be at this moment, do not forget the One who loves you more than anyone else, God. Talk to Him; share your joys as well as your sorrows. Ask for guidance in the decisions you need to make. Give thanks for the good things in your life.

When you pray or talk with God, you can express your feelings, hear His voice, and feel His presence in the midst of whatever is happening to you. Don’t let this day end without taking a little time to talk with God.

Trust in him at all times, you people;
pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge.
- Psalm 62:8

Day Before Yesterday's Word

God does infinitely more!

20 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us,
Ephesians 3:20

God exceeds our expectations and achievements. His ability is unlimited, so be free to pray to God. No matter how big your problem is, trust in God's power, He can fulfill everything you ask for according to His Word.

Dream big and remember that God is king of everything. He has power over all situations and always keeps his promises. Put your trust in him and see his mighty hand at work.

17 “Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you."
Jeremiah 32:17

Nothing is impossible for God! He created everything that exists and you can trust in his greatness and power. Bring your worries and concerns before him with confidence. Remember that no matter how great your problem or need is, God is greater and more powerful.

So put your trust in God, seek Him in faith, and expect to see His mighty hand at work in your life. He is the God who does infinitely more, and His grace and mercy are abundant for those who seek Him.

7 “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord,
whose confidence is in him.
8 They will be like a tree planted by the water
that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes;
its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought
and never fails to bear fruit.”
Jeremiah 17:7-8

See also: