Word For Today

Today's Word

monday, may 18 2026

Bloom like the palm tree

The righteous will flourish like a palm tree,
they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon;
planted in the house of the Lord,
they will flourish in the courts of our God.
- Psalm 92:12–13

Do you want to flourish in life? Do you want to bring beauty wherever you go? Remain united with the Lord and with your brothers and sisters in Christ.

Just as the palm tree grows even in desert places and blooms amid difficult circumstances, you too can remain firm and flourish in the situations you face every day. You will do this by holding the Lord’s hand, living in His presence, and exalting His name every single day.

Do you feel as if you are in the middle of a desert? With Christ, you can flourish and remain fruitful. Stay close to God; do not let hardships separate you from Him. Seek God with enthusiasm and quench your thirst in Him. Do as David did when he was in the middle of the desert: seek the Lord with all your heart!

You, God, are my God,
earnestly I seek you;
I thirst for you,
my whole being longs for you,
in a dry and parched land
where there is no water.
I have seen you in the sanctuary
and beheld your power and your glory.
- Psalm 63:1–2

God will help you keep the right perspective even in the difficult moments of life. Keep your eyes on Him and you will see His glory shine. You will regain hope and move forward strong and firm in it.

Yesterday's Word

Flee temptation!

Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.
- Matthew 26:41

Among his many works, C.S. Lewis wrote an interesting book titled The Screwtape Letters. In it, our attention is drawn to the many and varied schemes of the Devil in tempting God's children. At one point Screwtape, a demon, writes to his nephew, 'Junior Temper' Wormwood: "I have great hopes that we shall learn in due time how to emotionalize and mythologize their science to such an extent that what is, in effect, a belief in us (though not under that name) will creep in while the human mind remains closed to belief in the Enemy."

We must not forget that the Enemy of God is cunning, hates us, and wants to destroy us. He will constantly navigate us towards sin in creative and ingenious ways. That's where the danger lies...

That's why it's so important not to let our guard down! Evaluate your own life, and notice which areas are more inclined to give in to sin. Watch over them and pray, calling upon the Lord for help!

When temptation is strong, the Bible's advice is to flee. Recognizing your weakness and getting out of a dangerous situation is not a reason for shame - it's evidence of being wise. This is especially true for sexual temptation and other very strong temptations. Avoid situations where you know you will be tempted. Submit to God; He will help you overcome your struggle against sin.

Flee from the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
- 2 Timothy 2:22

Day Before Yesterday's Word

Incomparable love

The love of Jesus for us is incomparable and unconditional. On earth, Jesus demonstrated a sublime compassion and love. On the cross, Jesus bore not only our sins, but also our pains, sufferings, and anguish.

Throughout His teachings, Jesus emphasized the importance of loving one another, urging us to love each other as He loved us. His example is an inexhaustible source of inspiration, a beacon that illuminates the path of truth and life. He healed the sick, welcomed the marginalized, and forgave sinners, thus revealing the redeeming love that flows from His compassionate heart.

Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.
- John 15:13

Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross was the greatest expression of this love. By giving His life, He provided the opportunity for reconciliation and redemption for all who accept Him as Lord and Savior. His precious blood cleanses us from our sins, and His resurrection offers us the hope of eternal life.

The love of Jesus is inexhaustible, embracing every person with His transforming grace. He knows us intimately, understands our weaknesses, and even so, loves us unconditionally. May we respond to this love with gratitude, dedicating our lives to following His teachings and sharing this love with the world around us. In every act of kindness and compassion, we manifest the love of Jesus, radiating His light in a world that so deeply needs this hope.