Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Walking on the waters!

“Lord, if it's you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come,” He said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus.

Matthew 14:28-29

There are times in our lives when we will have to pass through storms; it's inevitable. But one thing we must not forget: God is on our side, even in the most difficult situations. It may seem like an obvious statement, but it's very common for us to forget about God when life's complications begin to appear.

We often only remember God when certain situations reach their breaking point. Storms like this are allowed by God for our learning and to stretch us to a higher level of faith in Him. Miracles only happen when nothing seems to have a solution anymore, and our faith is only put into action in this way.

After that miracle in the storm, Peter had the opportunity to experience something more. Obeying Jesus' word, he put his feet on the water and went to meet Christ, experiencing the supernatural. When we are with Jesus, we always have the opportunity to experience something more in our lives. And the more we learn from Jesus, the more we experience His power. Our faith is built up, and so we walk on the waters to meet the Creator.

Getting out of the boat:

  • Be attentive to listen to the voice of God. Pray, meditate on His word, developing more intimacy with Him.
  • Learn to identify yourself as someone who depends on God's help. He wants to see our growth in faith. God wants our spiritual maturity.
  • When your faith needs to spring into action, keep your eyes focused solely on Christ and His word. Peter walked on the water but sank because he lost his focus on external factors.

Let's pray:

Lord Jesus, I understand that all things work together for the good of those who love You. Please cultivate within me a heart that places greater trust in Your word. Provide me with the circumstances necessary for me to grow in You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Yesterday's Devotional

Satisfaction in Christ

"Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty."
John 6:35

Jesus is the one who satisfies our spiritual thirst and hunger. In his teaching on the "Bread of Life", a crowd sought him out because they had seen the miracle of the multiplication and had been satisfied with the loaves and fishes.

But Jesus showed that more important than the bread that gives life to the mortal body, is the Bread that gives life eternally. Unfortunately, this teaching seemed too "harsh" for many listeners (John 6:60-66). Some were scandalized by the Lord's words and stopped following him.

Their expectations relied only on their immediate physical need: food. They forgot their state of spiritual needs and dangers; spiritual starvation, death, and separation from God.

Similarly, many come to Christ today in search of quick solutions to problems they have prioritized. They forget the most important thing is to come to Jesus and believe in Him, for complete and eternal satisfaction...

Who satisfies you?

  • Reflect for a moment: who or what satisfies your heart?

  • Pray and seek Jesus, just as a hungry person seeks food...

  • Remember: earthly provisions can bring some comfort, but never complete satisfaction.

  • Jesus is the greatest good capable of filling all the emptiness in your life.

  • Sinful habits give a false sense of happiness, but the consequences will be bitter. To be truly happy, only with Jesus!

Pray:

Lord God, thank you for the Living Bread that you sent down from heaven to feed us with Life in abundance! Jesus is the source of all satisfaction. Help me to come to Him in faith and feed on His Word daily. I thank you for the salvation and satisfaction I have in Jesus Christ. Through Him I will be sustained and happier every day! In Jesus' name, amen!

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

Take care of your brother!

"I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus."
1 Corinthians 1:4

In this verse, we can see the apostle Paul's desire to encourage his brothers. The church in Corinth was going through problems, but Paul's attitude was surprising: he begins the epistle by thanking God for the lives of the brothers in that region.

Paul had a grateful heart because he knew that Jesus also died for them. If God had poured out his grace on them, why not continue to be a channel of blessing in building up the brothers?

The apostle understood that every good seed needs care: it needs to be watered and pruned in order to bear fruit. Despite the failings of the brothers in Corinth, Paul understood that "pruning" was necessary for the seed to sprout and take shape. Caring is not only about ecouragement, but also about gratitude.

Show support by building up your brother's faith!

  • Try to build up your brother's faith through the Word of God. Share the essential food of faith!
  • Teach when necessary, but also rejoice in your brother's victories.
  • Take time out of your day to pray for your brother or sister. It will do your brother and you good.

Pray:

Lord Jesus, I want to thank you for the life of (your brother's name). Your grace has reached him and I am grateful to You for this gift. May Your presence be even greater in his life. In Jesus' name, amen!

See also:

What is the Daily Devotional

The Daily Devotional is a special moment of your day that you dedicate to having a precious time of intimacy with God. It is very simple to establish an exciting routine of discovery and spiritual growth. You will achieve this by setting aside a moment each day to draw near to the Lord. During the Devotional, you will read a Bible verse with a meditation on the text. Then, you will meditate on the teachings and how to apply them in your life. In the end, you can pray.

How to do your Daily Devotional

Here are some tips for making the most of reading the Bible message during the Daily Devotional:

  1. Set aside a moment and choose a specific place: your devotional time will be more beneficial if you set aside the hustle and bustle and invest in a pleasant time alone with God.
  2. Read the verse or Bible passage attentively: develop a lifestyle committed to the Word of God every day and avoid distractions.
  3. Read the daily meditation: reflect and try to understand God's purpose for your life through the comments.
  4. Practical application: jot down your findings and don't forget to put into practice everything you have learned through the Bible.
  5. Share what you learned: try to share with people around what God has been teaching you in your moments of daily devotion as you go about your daily conversations and interactions.

Don't forget the importance of living a life fully committed to the Word of God!

See also: