Holy Bible Online Word For Today
A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.
Today's Word
Use the internet wisely
15 Be very careful, then, how you live - not as unwise but as wise,16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.
Ephesians 5:15-16
The internet is a powerful tool for sharing the message of Christ, but it also presents challenges. We should be wise when using it: avoiding harmful content, practicing discernment, using it to cultivate healthy relationships, and guarding our hearts.
If we don't control ourselves, we can end up wasting a lot of time that could be invested in our relationship with God or with others. In the Bible, we are called to use our time wisely, which we should also apply to internet use.
The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom.
Though it cost all you have, get understanding.
Proverbs 4:7
Just because something appears on the internet doesn't mean it's good or true. Ask God for wisdom and discernment to know what builds you up and what does not. Guard your heart so that you remain pure before the Lord.
On the other hand, you can use the internet to spread the message of Jesus. It is a tool that can be a blessing to many people who have not heard of the Lord. Ask God how you can be a light and become a witness for Him online.
Read content that draws you closer to God and share it with your friends and family. Let the light of Christ shine through you.
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.
Matthew 5:16
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Yesterday's Word
Acknowledge your feelings
In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold.
- Ephesians 4:26-27
What do you do when you feel sad or irritated? Some people deny their feelings. Others hold on to resentment, and there are even those who lash out and hurt the people closest to them. However, the Bible teaches us to acknowledge what we feel and face the problem without sinning. Tell God what you feel and release forgiveness. That is the first step toward overcoming pain.
The book of Psalms can serve as a guide for us in this. The psalmists expressed all kinds of emotions before God, from the deepest joy to sorrow, anger, and uncertainty. In Psalm 6, for example, we find the following emotions expressed before God:
Impatience:
My soul is in deep anguish.
How long, Lord, how long?
Turn, Lord, and deliver me;
save me because of your unfailing love.
- Psalm 6:3-4
Deep sorrow:
I am worn out from my groaning.
All night long I flood my bed with weeping
and drench my couch with tears.
- Psalm 6:6
Faith and hope:
The Lord has heard my cry for mercy;
the Lord accepts my prayer.
All my enemies will be overwhelmed with shame and anguish;
they will turn back and suddenly be put to shame.
- Psalm 6:9-10
How are you feeling today? Express before God what you are going through and open your heart to the moving of His Holy Spirit.
- Find God’s peace by reflecting on these verses.
- Prayers to Calm the Heart
Day Before Yesterday's Word
God strengthens the tired and discouraged!
Many things weaken us: problems, fatigue, sadness, stress... But in God, we find strength. God gives us rest and relief even in the most difficult situations.
When we are weak and can't bear it anymore, we can renew our strength in Jesus. God's love gives us supernatural strength to continue the journey and overcome. God is our strength, and He never abandons us!
My flesh and my heart may fail,
but God is the strength of my heart
and my portion forever.
Psalms 73:26
In the journey of life, we face challenges that can shake our body and heart. Psalm 73:26 comforts us with the truth that, although our body and heart may fail, God remains unshaken as the foundation of our being. In moments of weariness, uncertainties, and adversities, we find refuge in the certainty that He constantly renews our strength.
God not only sustains us in difficult times but also reveals Himself as our eternal inheritance. He is the portion that fills our existence, offering a love that transcends earthly limitations. Our journey may be challenging, but God's promise is the anchor that keeps us steadfast.
So, we should not be discouraged by our hardships, for we have in God an inexhaustible source of courage and comfort. Whatever difficulties we face, He is the light that illuminates our paths and the strength that sustains our hearts. May Psalm 73:26 be a constant reminder that in God, we find true strength and an inheritance that endures forever.
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