Word For Today
A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.
Today's Word
God allows you to choose
See, I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction. For I command you today to love the Lord your God, to walk in obedience to him, and to keep his commands, decrees and laws; then you will live and increase, and the Lord your God will bless you in the land you are entering to possess.
- Deuteronomy 30:15-16
Today, robots are all the rage. There are movies that show robots cooking or cleaning homes, things that would make life easier for many. Robots fulfill their function when they do exactly what they are programmed to do.
Human beings are not like that. God did not create us as automatic robots. He could have done so, but He didn’t. He gave us free will and allows us to choose what we will do or eat even whether or not we will love Him. He longs for our friendship and love, but He doesn’t force us.
Of course, everything we choose has consequences. A good choice brings positive results and joy. A bad choice brings problems and headaches.
In the opening verses of Deuteronomy 30, Moses reminds the people of Israel of the importance of choosing to obey God. If they chose to love and obey Him, they would have life, abundance, and blessings. On the other hand, in the following verses, he warned them that if they chose to disobey God and turn away from Him, the consequences would be very harsh.
What will you choose today?
Faced with all the options life presents, will you choose to obey God, or will you go your own way and do as you please? God allows you to choose but remember, living in obedience to Him is always the best option.
I desire to do your will, my God;
your law is within my heart.”
- Psalm 40:8
See also: The Value of Obedience to God: With Examples (A Bible Study)
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Yesterday's Word
Strong in the Lord
In modern society, a great deal of emphasis is placed on caring for the physical body. Some people spend many hours at the gym each week developing their muscles and physical endurance. There is nothing wrong with that—in fact, taking care of our bodies is important. But there is something even more important: caring for our spirit and strengthening our inner being.
Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.
- 1 Peter 2:1–3
When trials, problems, or illnesses arise, we can face them more effectively if we nourish our inner being with faith and trust in God. A weak spirit collapses under life's difficulties. But a spirit that is strong in the Lord can fight great battles with confidence because it knows it is not alone. It relies on the Almighty God and knows that in Him victory will come.
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.
- Deuteronomy 31:6
No matter what challenges we face, the Lord is with us. He will never leave us or abandon us. Therefore, we should not be afraid, for His presence will guide us through every adversity. Let us have faith, for the Almighty God is our strength and constant refuge, empowering us to face every obstacle with confidence and determination.
Prepare yourself for life's challenges, be strong in the Lord!
Become truly strong by learning to put on the full Armor of God. 🙏🛡️✨
Day Before Yesterday's Word
Blessed be the name of the Lord forever!
Enter his gates with thanksgiving
and his courts with praise;
give thanks to him and praise his name.
- Psalm 100:4
When we come before God, we are invited to approach Him with gratitude. Even before presenting our requests, we can remember who He is and all that He has already done for us. Worship begins when our hearts recognize the goodness of the Lord.
Gratitude does not always arise naturally. There are days when worries seem greater than our blessings. Yet when we choose to fix our eyes on God, we realize that His faithfulness remains constant. He continues to care for us, sustain us, and guide our lives with love.
True worship goes beyond the words we sing. It is reflected in the way we live, trust, and obey the Lord. A heart surrendered to God becomes a continual expression of praise.
May my prayer be set before you like incense;
may the lifting up of my hands be like the evening sacrifice.
- Psalm 141:2
Just as incense spread its fragrance, sincere worship is pleasing to God's heart. Not because our words are perfect, but because He delights in the devotion of those who seek Him with sincerity.
When you thank God even on difficult days, you demonstrate trust in His character. When you praise Him in the midst of struggles, you declare that He remains worthy of honor. Gratitude strengthens faith and helps the heart remain steadfast.
There is always a reason to give thanks. Salvation through Jesus Christ, God's daily care, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and the hope we have in Him are gifts that do not depend on circumstances.
Today, enter the Lord's presence with thanksgiving. Let your heart overflow with praise and acknowledge the greatness of the One who is worthy of all honor.
Blessed be the name of the Lord forever!
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